Sr Transformer Technician (Field-Based)
$124,800,000–$166,400,000 year
RemoteCanada
Job Summary
Perform inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of power and distribution transformers, including oil leak identification, gasket replacement, and internal inspections of load tap changers. Operate vacuum dehydration and oil processing systems for filtration and reclamation, then execute vacuum fill and assemblies. Support commissioning, preventive maintenance, and outage response while maintaining accurate service documentation in PowerDB. This field-based role requires travel across Canada and USA up to 80% of the time, with extended hours, overtime, and on-call rotations. Candidates must be physically capable of lifting 34 kg and climbing in industrial environments, holding a valid Canadian driver's license and clean driving record.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 5+ years of related transformer field service experience
- Strong knowledge of transformer maintenance practices and oil processing
- Proven experience performing internal inspections and repairs of transformers
- Experience with vacuum filling, oil handling, and transformer assembly
- Familiarity with electrical test equipment
- Valid Canadian driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances (e.g., background check, site access)
- Valid passport
- Must be physically capable of lifting up to 34 kg (75 lbs), climbing, crawling, and working in industrial environments
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical/fit-for-duty assessment
- Field-based role requiring travel to client sites across Canada & USA up to 80%
- Ability to work extended hours, overtime, and on-call rotations, including weekends/holidays as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Post-secondary technical training preferred (Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Red Seal Electrician, Industrial Mechanic/Millwright, Motor Winder, or related trade/technical background considered an asset)
- NETA Certification (Level II–IV) or equivalent Canadian experience/ability to obtain certification is preferred
- Proficiency with basic computer applications (MS Excel, email, reporting tools); PowerDB experience an asset
- TWIC card considered an asset (for cross-border work)
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