Overview
Sungrow North America is a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, focusing on photovoltaic inverters and energy storage systems. The Field Service Technician - Transformers role involves directing crews in transformer installations, repairs, and maintenance while ensuring adherence to safety and technical standards.
Responsibilities
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and analyze pad mount oil immersed transformers and their components in the field.
- Complete projects including installation, repair, testing, maintenance, and inspection of transformers with high-side voltages ranging from 400V to 34500V.
- Utilize IEEE, NETA, NEC, and UL standards for testing and safety procedures.
- Perform electrical testing of transformers and reactors.
- Consult manuals, schematics, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems.
- Prepare and maintain reports detailing tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
- Maintain strong client relationships.
- Demonstrate safe work practices and avoid unsafe behaviors.
- Work independently and in a team environment.
- Transport oil processing equipment and maintain it in mechanical working order.
- Oversee equipment performance and ensure proper function.
- Be willing to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and nights.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED.
- Transformer manufacturing/repair and solar/battery energy storage industry experience preferred.
- Minimum 2 years overall experience working with liquid filled and/or dry-type transformers.
- Experience welding above and below oil on transformer tanks is a plus.
- Must have a valid driver's license and ability to travel 75%.
- Experience performing bushings replacements and NETA standard tests.
- Understanding of prioritizing work based upon urgency.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced and challenging environments.
- Technical problem solving and analytical skills.
- Self-starter with strong initiative and excellent communication skills.
- Organization and detail-oriented nature.
Additional Information
- Contract role based out of Houston, TX.
- No visa sponsorship.
- Compensation commensurate with experience.
- Strong personal and company growth opportunities.