On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,900 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Oil Team Technician
Department: Operations Shifts: A / B / C / D
Reports to: Assistant Technical Manager
Job Summary:
The Oil Team Technician is responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of drying, vacuum, and oil processing systems used in transformer manufacturing. This includes ensuring efficient and safe operation of VPDs, Enervac systems, ovens, and vacuum systems, supporting diagnostics, performing Power Factor testing, and carrying out oil filling operations on transformers.
Key Responsibilities:
· Monitor and take corrective actions during each VPD process cycle to ensure proper drying and system integrity.
· Operate and monitor oil processing systems – startup, shutdown, temperature/pressure settings, filter changes, and alarm resets.
· Operate and monitor industrial ovens and vacuum systems (Sesco, Enervac); perform vacuum leak tests and monitor tank vacuum levels.
· Perform oil filling inside transformers per job specifications and safety requirements.
· Conduct Power Factor testing and record results accurately.
· Identify and diagnose equipment and process issues; perform basic troubleshooting and corrective actions.
· Coordinate with Maintenance and Production teams (Tank & Prebake) during preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
· Maintain and update daily logs for oven temperatures, oil test results, exposure times, and Power Factor results.
· Track and report unit exposure times after VPD completion.
· Perform VPD startup activities (sensor installation, cleaning, parameter setup).
· Develop and update technical procedures for Oil Team systems.
· Report and document critical incidents, alarms, and system abnormalities promptly.
Qualifications:
· Technical diploma or equivalent industrial experience.
· Experience with VPD, oil filtration, vacuum, or oven systems preferred.
· Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
· Familiarity with Power Factor testing and transformer oil handling.
· Willing to work in rotating shifts (A/B/C/D) and support off-hour operations as needed.
Work Environment:
· Manufacturing floor and control room setting.
· Exposure to oil systems, vacuum processes, and high temperatures.
· PPE compliance required at all times.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Technical Diploma or equivalent industrial experience?
- Do you have experience with VPD, oil filtration, vacuum, or oven systems?
- Do you have familiarity with Power Factor testing and transformer oil handling?
Work Location: In person
