Senior Transformer Technician

Shermco Industries

Senior transformer technician servicing and repairing power transformers for Shermco Industries, a provider of electrical testing and infrastructure services. Traveling to client sites across Canada and the USA for testing, maintenance, commissioning, and outage response.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$50 - CA$70 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transformer maintenance, inspection, and repair, with a strong focus on oil processing and electrical testing to industry standards. Proficient in using digital tools for service documentation and capable of working in diverse environments while adhering to safety regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transformer Maintenance PracticesElectrical Testing to NETA ATS and MTS StandardsVacuum Filling and Oil HandlingField Service ExperienceDigital Documentation Using PowerDB

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Hard Skills

Transformer InspectionTroubleshootingRepair of TransformersOil Leak Identification and RepairMaintenance of Load Tap ChangersElectrical Test Equipment FamiliarityVacuum Dehydration Systems OperationTransformer AssemblyPreventive MaintenanceService Documentation

Soft Skills

Ability to Work Extended HoursTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

PowerDBMS ExcelDigital Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDValid Canadian Driver’s LicensePre-Employment Medical/Fit-for-Duty AssessmentSecurity ClearancesPre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing

Industry Keywords

Power TransformersDistribution TransformersOil ProcessingIndustrial EnvironmentsSafety Procedures

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of power and distribution transformers
Identify and repair oil leaks; replace gaskets, seals, and related components
Repair or replace radiators, bushings, and auxiliary transformer components
Conduct internal transformer inspections and perform maintenance on load tap changers (LTCs)
Operate vacuum dehydration and oil processing systems, including filtration, reclamation, and replacement
Execute transformer vacuum fill and assemblies
Perform electrical testing to NETA ATS and MTS standards
Support commissioning, preventive maintenance, and outage response activities
Maintain accurate service documentation and reports using digital tools such as PowerDB
Follow company, client, and regulatory safety procedures and standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED
5+ years of related transformer field service experience
Strong knowledge of transformer maintenance practices and oil processing
Proven experience performing internal inspections and repairs of transformers
Experience with vacuum filling, oil handling, and transformer assembly
Familiarity with electrical test equipment
Proficiency with basic computer applications, including MS Excel, email, and reporting tools
Ability to work extended hours, overtime, and on-call rotations, including weekends and holidays as needed
Ability to travel to client sites across Canada and the USA up to 80%
Ability to lift up to 34 kg (75 lbs), climb, crawl, and work in industrial environments
Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical/fit-for-duty assessment
Valid Canadian driver’s license with a clean driving record
Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances
Valid passport
Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing where permitted by law and job site requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility and travel-related allowances
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.)
Ongoing training, certifications, and career development opportunities
Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects across North America