Power Transformer Field Service Technician

Location:Tampa Florida
Employment Type:Full-Time Direct Hire
Schedule:Full-Time Travel Position
Travel:Extensive/National Travel Required
Pay:$60$80 per hour depending on experience
Vehicle:Company vehicle or auto allowance provided

Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a rapidly growing industrial electrical service contractorbased in Tampa Florida specializing in transformer maintenance electrical testing electrical construction and electrical distribution systems.

We are seeking an experiencedTransformer Assembly Oversight Technicianto provide field oversight of power transformer assembly installation quality control and testing activities at customer sites nationwide.

This is anational travel positionideal for an experienced transformer professional who enjoys working in the field and has strong technical knowledge attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety.

TheTransformer Assembly Oversight Technicianwill oversee field assembly of power transformers and ensure work is completed in accordance withOEM manuals engineering drawings torque specifications work instructions and quality requirements.

This role serves as a technical and quality-focused resource throughout transformer assembly installation oil processing inspection testing and commissioning activities.

• Oversee field assembly of power transformers in accordance with OEM manuals drawings torque charts and work instructions
• Verify critical assembly steps including tank inspection core and coil handling tap changer installation bushing assembly gasket preparation conservator/radiator installation cooling systems oil processing vacuum dry-out and final checks
• Witness and document inspections hold points and testing in accordance with ITP/QCP requirements
• Review manufacturer specifications drawings wiring diagrams schematics and field change notices
• Confirm torque values clearances alignment material certificates serial numbers and BOM traceability
• Maintain daily reports photo documentation punch lists NCRs and corrective action records
• Ensure proper cleanliness moisture control and contamination prevention throughout assembly
• Monitor oil handling and processing activities including vacuum filling degasification and dehydration
• Witness field testing and verify results meet established acceptance criteria
• Confirm test instruments are properly calibrated
• Identify and escalate quality issues deviations and non-conforming work
• Support functional and point-to-point checks of transformer controls and auxiliaries
• Coordinate with customers OEM representatives contractors field crews and project management
• Promote safe work practices and compliance with electrical and job-site safety requirements

• 5 years of hands-on transformer assembly experience
• Medium- or large-power transformer experience strongly preferred
• Significant distribution transformer assembly experience may be considered
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings wiring diagrams schematics and OEM documentation
• Strong understanding of transformer assembly inspection and quality requirements
• Experience documenting inspections deficiencies punch lists and corrective actions
• Experience with CMMS or quality management systems preferred
• Familiarity with NCR/CAPA workflows preferred
• Basic understanding of SCADA and relay interfaces for transformer auxiliaries and controls
• Basic multimeter skills
• Exposure to NDT fundamentals preferred
• Strong communication documentation and problem-solving skills
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively nationwide

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• NFPA 70E training
• Rigging and Signaling
• First Aid/CPR

• $60$80 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Company vehicle or auto allowance provided
• Full-time direct-hire opportunity
• National project exposure and travel opportunities
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within a growing industrial electrical organization

• Based out ofTampa FL with extensive national travel
• Work performed at electrical industrial utility and transformer facilities throughout the U.S.
• Field-based role working around large electrical equipment and active construction and maintenance operations
• Extended travel and time away from home may be required based on project schedules
• Must be comfortable working in industrial environments and varying weather conditions
• Strict adherence to safety procedures PPE requirements and customer site requirements is expected