Field Service Technician

In this role, you will provide hands-on field service support for power transformers, helping customers install, maintain, and restore critical electrical assets. Your work will include installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and end-of-life services—often performed on-site in challenging field conditions. You will interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, follow technical manuals, and complete detailed service activities that support equipment reliability and safe operation. Working closely with service colleagues and customers, your day-to-day contributions will help extend transformer life, improve performance, and support the dependable operation of power grid infrastructure. How You’ll Make an Impact Perform on-site and remote service activities including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, retrofits, and replacements Support customer operations by addressing technical issues and anticipating service needs Read and work from electrical and mechanical drawings, instructions, and technical manuals Complete internal transformer work such as bushing connections, lead clearance, tapping, crimping, taping, and contoured joints Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment as directed Operate and maintain vacuum oil processing and oil handling equipment with direction, including completing required logs Coordinate logistics for service jobs, including tools, resources, and spare parts Contribute ideas for product and process improvements that enhance operations and customer service Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Your Background Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States. Associate Degree with 2 years of professional work experience or High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of professional work experience Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing Familiarity with transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, and internal transformer components Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel up to 85% Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs and climbing ladders More About Us Working at Hitachi Energy offers exposure to advanced power transformer technologies and the opportunity to collaborate with people who understand the realities of field service and power grid operations. Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry Access to learning platforms and career development programs Competitive health and retirement benefits Paid leave and flexible work arrangements Location Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America Job type Full time Work arrangement Hybrid Experience Experienced Job function Engineering & Science Contract Regular Publication date 2026-09-02 Reference number R0143458 About Hitachi Energy We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. 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