Relay Technician 2 - Washington, DC
M.C. Dean, Inc.
Installs, maintains, tests, and programs protective relays and metering equipment.
22 days ago ago
$40 - $55
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
District of Columbia, United States
Field
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Systems Integration
Design‑Build
Engineering
Critical Power
Life Safety
Telecommunications
Electronic Security
Automation & Controls
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Healthcare
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Institutional
Electrical
Design and Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
commissioning
troubleshooting
circuit testing
relay maintenance
test reporting
safety compliance
- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure efficient system commissioning and startup.
- Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
- Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root cause analysis for system failures.
- Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
- Perform circuit breaker and switchgear testing, including timing tests, primary and secondary injection testing.
- Coordinates testing, troubleshooting and repairs of relaying and other equipment with other department personnel
- Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Performs maintenance on and testing of relays and associated equipment such as standby generators and display meters
- Troubleshoots, repairs and replaces components involved in questionable operations and failures
- May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
- Maintain detailed test reports and documentation for compliance and client review.
- Participates in emergency callouts
- Ensure adherence to electrical safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and PPE compliance.
- Applies, reads, understands, reviews and corrects schematic, wiring diagram blueprints and substation drawings and inspections
- Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers.
- Conduct transformer testing, including turns ratio, insulation resistance, and power factor testing.
- Programs and operates various test equipment and exercises all safe work practices as outlined in the company safety handbook
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior technicians as needed.
- Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
- Perform acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems, ensuring compliance with NETA standards
- Commissions new relay and metering installations
What you bring
hi-pot
protective relays
doble
neta
8+ years
ansi/ieee
- Understanding of insulation resistance, power factor, contact resistance, and high-potential (Hi-Pot) testing procedures.
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Ability to work safely under minimal supervision and follow industry best practices.
- Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
- Possess a valid/active U.S. Work Authorization
- Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- High school diploma or GED with minimum 8+ years of relevant electrical experience or 5+years relevant electrical experience with associate’s degree
- Proficiently uses hand, power tools, meters and other test equipment in energized electrical rooms, vaults, and substations to install, maintain, repair and program protective relays and associated wiring and equipment
- Experience with test equipment such as Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke meters.
- Willingness to travel as needed and work in industrial, data center, and utility environments.
- Strong understanding of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical safety standards.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose system failures.
- Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.
- Knowledge of medium and high-voltage systems (up to 500kV), including arc flash hazard analysis.
- NETA / NICET certification (preferred) or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical testing.
- The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- A competitive salary
- OEM certified field service training program.
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Military Reserve pay offset
- Paid maternity leave
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Company
Overview
Founded 1949
Year Established
The company was established in 1949 and has since evolved into a leader in cyber‑physical integration.
Revenue: $1B
Annual Revenue
The company generates around $1 billion in annual revenue through large-scale projects.
- Evolved from traditional electrical contracting to pioneering cyber‑physical integration.
- Crafts complex systems for data centers, hospitals, government, and industrial plants.
- Specializes in Infrastructure and Energy sectors, delivering resilient, integrated systems.
- Typical work spans power delivery, automation, security, telecom, life‑safety, AV, and IT systems.
- Supports clients with systems integration expertise across more than 30 offices globally.
- Notable projects include mission-critical facilities requiring 24/7 uptime and advanced cyber‑physical innovation.
- We strive to create an environment where people feel they belong, and their contributions are valued.
- We are committed to delivering exceptional service and solving our clients’ most complex challenges.
- We embrace the values of integrity, innovation, and excellence in all aspects of our business.
- Safety is our top priority, and we maintain a safety-first culture to ensure the wellbeing of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve.
- We believe in continuous improvement and invest in the development of our people to stay ahead of the curve.
2050 Target
Sustainability Goal
Setting an ambitious goal to achieve net zero by the year 2050.
- Committed to sustainable practices across all operations, focusing on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable sourcing.
- Designs and implements systems to help clients meet sustainability goals through smarter, more efficient infrastructure solutions.
- Uses renewable energy sources and employs energy-saving technologies to reduce environmental footprint.
- Dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is empowered and their contributions are recognized.
- Supports programs and initiatives to increase the representation of women and minorities in the engineering and construction fields.
- Tracked and reported on gender diversity and other diversity metrics to ensure continued progress in inclusivity efforts.
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