Field Service Technician – Transformers

Job overview

The Field Service Technician – Transformers role is based in Houston, TX, with field assignments and travel required for 75% of the role. The posting lists $36–$40 per hour for candidates in California, Colorado, New York, and Washington, plus overtime; it does not specify that range for the Houston-based role. Sungrow provides renewable energy solutions, including solar inverters and energy storage systems. The technician works with field crews on transformer installation, testing, repair, maintenance, inspection, and retrofit projects. The role troubleshoots equipment, performs electrical tests, documents work, maintains customer relationships, and follows applicable technical and safety standards.

What you'll do

• Troubleshoot pad-mount oil-immersed transformers and components
• complete installation, repair, testing, maintenance, swapping, inspection, and retrofit projects
• perform electrical tests on transformers and reactors
• use IEEE, NETA, NEC, and UL standards
• consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel
• prepare reports
• maintain client relationships and safe work practices
• transport and maintain oil-processing equipment
• oversee equipment performance
• work flexible hours, overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays, and nights.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

field service technician

transformers

electrical testing

transformer repair

solar energy

energy storage

houston tx

sungrow

75% travel

$36–$40/hr (specified states)

overtime

field service

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive benefits package and employee programs
• growth opportunities. The posting also describes a $36–$40 hourly range plus overtime for candidates in California, Colorado, New York, and Washington.

Why this role

Requires at least two years of experience with liquid-filled or dry-type transformers, a valid driver’s license, and ability to travel 75%. The posting identifies the role as contract-based out of Houston.

About the employer

Sungrow USA Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.