Transformer Technician
Also posted as Power Transformer Technician; Transformer Service Technician; High-Voltage Transformer Technician; Transformer Field Technician; Transformer Assembly Technician
A transformer technician assembles, installs, services, tests, processes oil for, troubleshoots, and repairs power and distribution transformers used across utility substations and generation facilities. Most people start with a high school diploma plus employer or technical training rather than a four-year degree.
Below: what it pays, what you'd do, the skills you need, and how to become one.
The role profile
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How much does it pay?
Explore the core responsibilities of this role, from daily operations and equipment handling to safety, quality, and performance requirements.
Assemble transformers
Perform assembly, dress-out, bushing installation, internal connections, and accessory work.
Process insulating oil
Operate vacuum, oil-processing, filtration, pumping, and filling equipment.
Repair components
Inspect, maintain, repair, and replace transformer components and auxiliary systems.
Support commissioning
Support electrical testing, commissioning, energization, and diagnostics.
What skills do you need?
Three core skills sit at the heart of this role. You can learn all of them through short, hands-on training.
Transformer Assembly
Assembling and field-servicing power transformers.
Oil Processing
Running vacuum filling, filtration, and moisture control on oil.
Bushings & Accessories
Servicing bushings, radiators, conservators, and accessories.
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