Description
relay testing
protection analysis
commissioning
troubleshooting
project management
customer support
The Sr. Relay Technician performs and supervises electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of relays in power stations, using relay test equipment to evaluate various relays within substations.
- Lead safety briefings on job site and mitigate hazards
- Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools
- Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and system components
- Install, commission, test, and function‑test substation control circuits and relay panels
- Analyze event records and make informed deductions
- Develop execution, commissioning, outage sequence, and energization procedures
- Manage large‑scale, complex projects
- Train and qualify Relay Technicians I, II, and Relay Engineer I
- Interact with customers and provide technical support
- Perform complex troubleshooting of relay and control systems
- Conduct end‑to‑end relay testing using software and interpret fault types
- Lead investigations and root‑cause analysis of electrical issues
- Serve as on‑site lead, assign tasks, prioritize activities, and coordinate with customers
- Read and verify protection, control, and wiring schematics against standards
- Interpret customer requirements and deliver as‑built drawings and test results
- Utilize manufacturers' literature to facilitate testing
- Install, maintain, test, and repair protective relays at transmission, generation, or distribution substations
- Troubleshoot distribution and transmission control circuits
- Install, maintain, test, or repair circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment
- Climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 70 lb
Requirements
protective relays
test software
neta cert
degree
5+ years
communication
- Calibrate and function‑test electromechanical and microprocessor protective relays
- Pass pre‑employment drug screening and background checks
- Work overtime and travel out of town as required
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Use relay test software proficiently
- Communicate effectively in writing and verbally
- Hold a bachelor's, associate, military, or engineering degree (preferred)
- Possess 5+ years of relevant industry experience
- Be NETA III/IV certified (preferred)
Benefits
Employees receive a generous benefits package that includes competitive pay, per‑diem, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, medical, vision, and dental coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match. Additional incentives are provided for professional certifications and career path planning.
The Sr. Relay Technician position offers an hourly rate of $50‑$75, with the exact rate based on geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.
Training + Development
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