Create and follow procedures for testing, commissioning, and maintaining protective devices.
Develop and execute relay test routines, macros, and verify system performance aligns with design parameters.
Promote and model a strong safety culture, including accountability for safety practices of team members.
Conduct function testing on relay panels, transformers, breakers, and associated control circuitry.
Install and test communication protocols and systems such as SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, and fiber optics.
Install, commission, test, and perform routine maintenance on protective relaying systems in substations.
Analyze relay logic, settings, and responses to simulated faults to confirm proper operation.
Perform system analysis involving relays, transformers, AC/DC systems, and instrumentation. Assist in troubleshooting distribution and transmission protection schemes and control issues.
Plan and implement testing and isolation procedures for scheduled outages.
Requirements
high‑voltage
relay logic
electrical degree
neta ii
relay software
substation
Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
Experience with installation and maintenance of high-voltage electrical equipment such as circuit breakers, switchgear, and transformers.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Working knowledge of electrical control circuits and protective relay logic.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or Engineering.
Military training or equivalent field experience is a plus.
NETA Level II Certification is preferred but not required.
Willingness to travel and work overtime when needed.
Proficiency with relay test software and tools.
Practical experience working with protective relay equipment in utility substations.
Capable of working in outdoor environments and various weather conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, and climb ladders or equipment for extended periods.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Prefer Class A or B.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Benefits
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Comprehensive benefits packages including Medical, Dental, and Vision
401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
Employee discounts on consumer goods
Choice of PPO, HSA, and FSA plans
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
pre-employment drug screen required
criminal background check required
Company
Overview
1975
Year Founded
The company was established as a family-owned business specializing in challenging utility construction projects.
50 years
Years of Experience
Over five decades, they have developed expertise in utility structure erection, underwater work, and substation construction.
Their fleet includes amphibious cranes, river barges, and advanced drilling rigs, enabling projects in swamps, energized sites, and limited-access zones.
Typical projects include erecting lattice, guyed, and steel power poles, installing driven piles, rock-drilling for shaft foundations, and full substation builds.
Known for tackling the toughest environments—from granite bedrock to amphibious terrains—they bring specialized tooling and rigorous execution.
Backed by a steady growth model and strong financials, they've built long-standing client partnerships and expanded regionally across the Southeast and Midwest.