OverviewJob Type: Full-time, PermanentWork Location: Field-based travel required across Canada & USA - relocation not required
This role is ideal for an experienced technician with strong expertise in transformer maintenance, oil processing, and field diagnostics who thrives in a travel-based, hands-on environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of power and distribution transformers
- Identify and repair oil leaks; replace gaskets, seals, and related components
- Repair or replace radiators, bushings, and auxiliary transformer components
- Conduct internal transformer inspections and perform maintenance on load tap changers (LTCs)
- Operate vacuum dehydration and oil processing systems, including filtration, reclamation, and replacement
- Execute transformer vacuum fill and assemblies
- Perform electrical testing Neta ATS and MTS standard
- Support commissioning, preventive maintenance, and outage response activities
- Maintain accurate service documentation and reports using digital tools (e.g., PowerDB)
- Follow all company, client, and regulatory safety procedures and standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 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)
- 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
- NETA Certification (Level II 3IV) or equivalent Canadian experience/ability to obtain certification is preferredProficiency with basic computer applications (MS Excel, email, reporting tools); PowerDB experience an asset
Work Conditions & Physical Requirements
- 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
- 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
Employment Requirements
- Valid Canadian driver 27s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances (e.g., background check, site access)
- Valid passport; TWIC card considered an asset (for cross-border work)
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing (where permitted by law and job site requirements)
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation aligned with Canadian industry benchmarks
- Overtime eligibility and travel-related allowances
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.)
- Ongoing training, certifications, and career development opportunities
- Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects across North America
Pay RangeCAD $60.00 - CAD $80.00 /Hr.
