Assistant Meter & Relay Technician

PacifiCorp; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance

Mass Transit Pass

Pet insurance

Job summary

PacifiCorp is seeking candidates for an Assistant Station Meter and Relay Technician apprenticeship-style role in Portland, OR. Training spans eight quarters with hands-on and bookwork, advancing to Journeyman upon completion.

Relocation to training sites is required, followed by a permanent position at a local location. Responsibilities include installing and testing high-voltage equipment, using test gear and computers, and ensuring accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with electrical theory knowledge.
• Completion of required training or apprenticeship for meter/relay trade.
• Valid driver's license and ability to relocate for training.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, repair and replace protection and control equipment in substations.
• Use computers and test gear to communicate with equipment.
• Document maintenance and commissioning tests with records.
• Perform substation switching and grounding as needed.
• Lift heavy objects over 50 pounds and handle tools responsibly.
• Follow safety rules and company PPE requirements.

Skills

Electrical theory

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Journeyman training or apprenticeship program

College or trade school in electrical field

Military electrical background

Tools

Voltmeter

Ohmmeter

Megger

Test equipment

Power tools

Job description

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PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion & belonging.

General Purpose

Pacific Power is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Station Meter and Relay Technician. This position is a hands-on, in-the-field, training position similar to an apprenticeship. Successful candidates will work with or under the direction of Journeyman Technicians to learn the Meter and Relay Trade. A minimum period of two (2) years, as defined by labor management agreements, will be allowed to complete all study materials and examinations. The two-year training course is divided into eight quarters with each quarter consisting of bookwork and hands-on tasks, with a test administered at the end of each quarter. A passing score is required on all tests before advancing to the next quarter of training. All hands-on tasks will be performed during normal business hours; however bookwork will be completed outside of work. Out-of-town travel will be required to attend training classes and to work with technicians from other areas in order to complete required tasks. Upon completion of the training course, assistants will be advanced to the Journeyman classification.

Responsibilities

• Installing, commissioning, testing, adjusting, repairing and replacing protection and control equipment used in high voltage generation plants, transmission and distribution substations. This equipment includes but is not limited to electro-mechanical, solid state and microprocessor protection relays, Watt and VAR meters, recording instruments including Sequence of Event Recorders and Digital Fault Recorders, and control equipment for all substation equipment including circuit breakers, motor operated switches, transformers, load tap changers, voltage regulators, capacitor banks and reactors.
• Using computers extensively to communicate with substation equipment and to operate test gear.
• Accurately completing maintenance and commissioning forms and submitting them with all test records to the appropriate company departments.
• Routinely operate substation equipment and perform substation switching and grounding as necessary.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy objects exceeding 50 pounds.
• Demonstrate responsibility for tools, computer, test equipment, and vehicles assigned to them.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful completion of a required written examination reflective of AC and DC electrical theory. (Material covered in chapters 1-5, 7, 12-14 in Schaum's Outlines of Basic Electricity 2nd edition).
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record and the ability to acquire a Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Willingness and availability to relocate to where a training position is currently available and possibly relocate again at the completion of the training. The current training locations are: Klamath Falls, Medford, Roseburg and Yreka. A successful assigned candidate will train at that location and at the completion of the training will remain at that same location to fill a permanent position. A successful unassigned candidate will train at that location but at the end of the training period will be required to bid on and move to whichever location has a vacant permanent position. Bidding for permanent positions shall take place in a manner agreed to by labor/management.
• Ability to understand and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow safety rules and use PPE's appropriate for work being performed.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Working Conditions of this Position Include the Following

• Technicians may work alone or in crews, which may include workers from another trade.
• Technicians may work under the direction of others or be required to direct the work of others, depending on the work being performed.
• Work may include adverse weather conditions and/or long hours during emergency conditions or to minimize impact to customers.
• The technician may be required to work in confined spaces or on elevated platforms, which can include bucket trucks, ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms.
• Work may be near moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes, noise, water, or in close proximity to cables and conductors energized above 600 volts.

Preferences

• Experience in electrical construction or maintenance in commercial or industrial settings.
• Experience in installation and troubleshooting of motor controls and process instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of AC and DC electrical theory.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electrical installations safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of and the ability to safely use hand tools such as screwdrivers, plyers, wrenches, sockets and tape measures.
• Knowledge of and the ability to safely use power tools such as drills, grinders, saws, heat guns, and soldering irons.
• Knowledge of and the ability to safely use electrical test equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, ohm meters, Meggers and power quality analyzers.
• Ability to read, understand and use electrical schematics.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals.
• Basic knowledge of computers and ability to use programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• A state-issued Journeyman Electrician's license.
• A college or trade school degree or certificate in the electrical field with applicable hands-on experience.
• Military experience in the electrical field with applicable hands-on experience.
• Experience in the electrical utility industry or applicable high-voltage experience.
• Department of Motor Vehicles CMV (Medical Card)

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorpmakes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

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Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

Req Id: 114916
Company Code: PacifiCorp #PM25
Primary Location: Portland, Oregon (100% Onsite)
Department: Power Delivery
Schedule: Full-Time
Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 125
Hiring Range: $64.56 per hour

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.