Hi-Volt Transformer Technician

Job Title:  High Voltage Transformer Technician
Location:  Various Gulf Coast Region

Key Responsibilities/Duties

• Transformer Maintenance
  • Able to pull oil samples and add nitrogen if needed
  • Perform inspections including visual inspections, dewpoint, core ground test
  • Repair problems (i.e. leaks, grounding, coolers, etc.)
  • Perform internal inspection and recognize common issues
  • Develop a procedure, material, and equipment needed to repair any problems
• Transformer Testing
  • Read & understand Basic Transformer name plates
  • Perform Megger, TTR and Winding resistance test                                                                            
  • Perform Doble test                                                                         
  • Able to Function Test Devices                                                                    
  • Understand test results, recognize problems/issues, and implement solutions.
• Transformer Processing / Oil Work
  • Able to set up and operate an oil processor to vacuum fill transformers                                                                     

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 3 or more years of prior industrial/substation electrical experience is preferred
• CDL or Chauffer’s license is preferred – ability to effectively pull a trailer
• Preferred skills – welding, manlift & forklift operating experience, crane & rigging, change gaskets, pipe fittings, bolt-up flanges
• Responsible for planning and assigning work                                                                            
• Able to mentor & train other employees                                                                    
• Able to handle & report and problems or issues accurately to your supervisor                           
• Utilize PPE and safety equipment as required per task
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to acquire a TWIC certification
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematic drawings
• Work various job locations throughout the week
• Participate in job safety analysis, behavioral based safety observations, and all other Safety, Health and Environmental Processes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to work skillfully with both hands constantly, independently, safely lift and carry objects up to 5 feet long and weighing up to 20 pounds routinely, 50 pounds occasionally, climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffold, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push, pull, twist, finger, grasp and feel on a constant and repetitive basis, stand, walk, talk, see (20/20 vision naturally or corrected), hear within normal range and perform repetitive motion activities.
• Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions including excessive heat and cold, noise, vibrations, dust, fumes, oils, wear a portable respirator.
• Ability to physically negotiate the hazards of a new construction worksite (i.e. uneven surfaces, floor openings, heights, construction debris and poor lighting).

• Candidates will be required to pass initial screenings and maintain active status:
• Physical, Agility, and
• Drug & Alcohol Test
• Fit for Duty (Physical) and Respirator Fit Test
• Criminal Background Check
• LA Driver’s License Status Check