Relay Technician
HybridLafayette, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Inspect, test, maintain, and calibrate protective relays, control systems, and associated equipment to ensure optimal performance across transmission, substation, and mobile substation facilities. Install new devices per technical specifications, diagnose malfunctions, and rectify electrical faults to minimize downtime. Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repairs while adhering to safety protocols for live electrical work. Participate in emergency response activities during outages or storms to assist in restoring service. Collaborate with engineers, electricians, and operators to optimize system performance. Requires five years of hands-on utility experience, an associate degree in electrical technology, and the ability to travel overnight and drive a company vehicle.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of operation and theory of protective relaying systems and related equipment and their relationship to the overall operation of the transmission system
- Knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems
- Ability to comprehend and apply technical documentation, including but not limited to, substation instructions, electrical one-line diagrams, schematic and wiring diagrams, technical manuals, instruction books, construction drawings, electrical schematics, and LOTO
- Ability to read, interpret, and mark-up complex substation drawings, single-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and panel wiring
- Skilled in the use and application of various types of electronic equipment, including but not limited to relay test kits, multimeters, phase angle meters and personal computers to diagnose equipment problems and effect repairs, or to ensure proper performance of equipment
- Knowledge of Substation and Transmission occupational hazards, safety, and standard work procedures required
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to manage assigned work responsibilities in an independent manner
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others, both inside and outside the organization
- Ability to think logically and independently to accomplish the goals of the organization
- Ability to meet Company driving standards, including ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
- Will be required to pass all required Safety/Compliance courses related to substation entry, LOTO, etc
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Power Technology, Electronics Technology, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution
- Equivalent military training, completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship, or an equivalent level of directly related relay protection and control experience
- Five or more years of hands-on experience in electric utility environments, specifically with protective relaying, substation control, and transmission/distribution systems
- Must be able to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
- May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to report to various worksites and may be required to travel overnight to regional destinations
- Must be able to drive/operate a company vehicle
- Must be available for emergencies and overtime, as needed
- Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Power Technology, or Electronics Technology
- Direct experience calibrating and functionally testing both electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays
- The ability to develop test plans, interpret complex protection/control schematics, and troubleshoot distribution and transmission control circuits
- NETA certification is a plus
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