Sr. Relay Technician
$104,000–$156,000 year
On-siteCentennial, Colorado, United States or Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Lead safety briefings, analyze protection schemes, and perform end-to-end relay testing using specialized software for substations. Calibrate electromechanical and microprocessor-based protective relays, execute commissioning procedures, and develop outage sequences. Conduct root cause analysis on electrical issues, interpret customer requirements for deliverables, and train junior technicians. Function as an on-site project lead to assign tasks, prioritize activities, and interface with clients. Requires valid driver's license, ability to travel, and 5+ years of hands-on experience installing and troubleshooting relays in transmission or distribution substations.
Required Qualifications
- Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position
- Complete a satisfactory criminal background check
- Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time
- Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a safe driving record
- Hands on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation, or distribution level substations
- Capable of trouble shooting distribution and transmission controls circuits
- Knowledge of relay test software
- 5+ Years of Relevant Industry Experience
Desired Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience installing, maintaining, testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment
- Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/Electronic technology, Military Experience, or 4-year Engineering Degree, preferred
- NETA III/IV Certified, preferred
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