Field Operations Director

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 largest U.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 5,800 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.

Field Operations Director – Field Services

Location: Roanoke, Virginia

Department: Field Services

Role Overview

The Field Operations Director is responsible for leading and optimizing all field service operations across Virginia Transformer’s service network. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for field execution, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of installation, maintenance, commissioning, and emergency response services for power transformer systems.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with deep experience in field service operations, capable of driving performance, developing teams, and aligning field execution with organizational growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all field service operations, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of transformer equipment
• Develop and execute operational strategies to improve service delivery, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
• Oversee scheduling, resource allocation, and workforce planning across multiple regions and projects
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to safety, quality, productivity, and service performance
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
• Partner with engineering, sales, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless project execution
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, reduce downtime, and enhance field productivity
• Manage and develop field service leadership, including regional managers and supervisors
• Support customer relationships by serving as an escalation point for complex service issues
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, and financial performance of field operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of experience in field service, operations, or technical service leadership
• Strong background in power transformers, high-voltage equipment, or heavy industrial environments
• Proven leadership experience managing large, distributed field teams
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence and process improvement
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and field service best practices

Preferred Skills

• Experience in transformer manufacturing or utility/power industry
• Knowledge of commissioning, testing, and maintenance of high-voltage equipment
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and P&L responsibility
• Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment