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Transformer Service Technician Assistant (Tech Asst) is responsible for the environmentally safe performance of field service projects with direct supervision. Responsible for executing technical field assignments involving the assembly, installation, modification, testing, inspection, service, and/or repair of distribution and power transformers. May recommend corrective measures to improve field service operations and customer service. May be assigned other work individually or as part of a larger electrical substation/powerplant project.

Reports directly to the Transformer Resource Manager (TRM) and performs work under the supervisory direction of the Crew Leader (CL). Effective communication with both TRM and CL is required throughout active projects and when awaiting assignment and/or standby time.

Requires extensive travel and non-standard schedules at field locations with exposure to varying environmental conditions.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Support CL and crew in all field service operations, including maintaining safe, functional vehicles, tools, and equipment through inspections, inventories, and scheduled maintenance
• Perform transformer repair and field service tasks in compliance with customer, corporate, industry, regulatory, and Siemens Energy EH&S standards
• Communicate professionally with CL and team regarding task status, observations, safety meetings, incidents, violations, or near misses
• Complete required administrative and field documentation (time, expense, job reports) and coordinate personal travel, lodging, and transportation
• Demonstrate willingness to learn, work under pressure, support testing activities, recommend process improvements, and perform additional assigned duties
• Within 12 months: independently operate an oil processing rig, perform megger/TTR/dew point testing, and obtain quality oil samples from transformers

What You Bring

• Ability to multitask, manage priorities, follow scope of work, instructions, and maintain strong time management and communication skills as a positive team player
• Perform transformer oil processing operations (vacuum, oil filling, circulating, draining) and provide support during transformer and accessory testing under supervision
• Demonstrated electro-mechanical skills supporting safe assembly, maintenance, and operation of power and distribution transformers
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment including hand and power tools, multi-meters, ladders, PPE, oil processors, and generators
• Complete required documentation and utilize basic computer skills (email, internet, data entry, Microsoft/Windows software)
• Maintain Class A CDL requirements (eligible for annual bonus); High school diploma/GED required, technical training or apprenticeship preferred

About the Team

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 100,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we're also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave

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