Transfomer Service Technician

Description

Westrafo America is the first US-based facility specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-quality transformers. We are committed to excellence and are looking to expand our team with dedicated professionals who share our passion for electrical engineering and manufacturing.

We are seeking a dedicated Service Technician to perform field and in-house service work on power and distribution transformers. The ideal candidate will have experience with installation, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of transformers ranging from 500kVA to 500 MVA.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certification preferred.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience servicing electrical transformers.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and test equipment.
• Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE transformer standards.
• Ability to work at customer sites, including nights, weekends, and travel.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or heights.

• Inspect, test, diagnose, and service distribution transformers.
• Perform transformer oil sampling, analysis, processing (dry‑out), and replacement.
• Conduct electrical testing (e.g., insulation resistance, TTR, winding resistance, power factor, SFRA).
• Support installation and commissioning of new transformers.
• Respond to emergency service calls and perform on‑site troubleshooting.
• Document work performed and prepare detailed service reports.
• Work closely with engineering, project management, and safety teams to ensure job quality and compliance.

• Experience with Doble, Megger, Omicron, or similar test equipment.
• Knowledge of oil processing rigs and vacuum filling systems.
• OSHA 10/30 or other relevant safety certifications.
• NETA or NICET certification is a plus.
• Selected candidate will participate in a background, drug screen, and motor vehicle report.
• CDL license a plus.