Meter Relay Technician or Trainee

Eugene-Water-and-Electric-Board; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 96,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vacation and sick leave

Pension

Holidays

Employee credit union

Job summary

Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) invites applications for a Meter Relay Technician or Trainee to install, test, commission, troubleshoot and maintain protective relaying systems and associated equipment in a public utility setting.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability while supporting community electric service. Trainee progression is through a three-year program, with completion leading to journey status.

Qualifications

• Understanding of electricity concepts, basic math, wiring and connections.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with teammates and other departments.
• Experience or training in protective relaying is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission meters, relays, control circuits and telemetering equipment.
• Test and calibrate relays, meters, transformers, and related equipment; record results and maintain data.
• Read electrical drawings (one-lines, schematics, diagrams) and develop test plans and procedures.
• Assist Crew Leader in design, planning, and cost estimates for future jobs.
• Lead or participate in crew tailboard discussions to ensure safe, efficient work.
• Plan jobs and schedule work with the Crew Leader.

Skills

Principles of electricity

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

This position opensOctober8, 2026, and closes Monday October 26, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PST.

Eugene Water & Electric Board is seeking a strong, team-oriented Meter Relay TechnicianorTrainee to install, test and commission, troubleshoot and maintain transmission, distribution, generation, and substation protective relaying systems and auxiliary equipment controls including voltageregulators, governors, synchronizers,revenue meters,reclosers, automatic transfer switches.This position is instrumental inmaintainingreliable protection systems for the community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, add, or replace meters, relays, controlcircuitsand telemetering equipment; review drawings and make necessary field corrections.
• Test and calibrate relays, ammeters, voltmeters, panel meters, current transformers, potential transformers, transducers, gauges, controlcircuitsand other associated equipment. Record and evaluate results. Maintain equipment records.
• Utilize test equipment and test electrical devices and systems todeterminesuitability for service. Accurately record data, repair, adjust or calibrate equipment. Report condition or status asappropriate. Read and interpret electrical drawings: one-lines, three-lines, schematics, connection diagrams, etc. Develop and document test plans, results forms and work procedures asrequired.
• Assist Crew Leader in making suggestions to Electric Operations and Engineering personnel in the design and planning process.
• Assist Crew Leader in preparing cost estimate for future jobs.
• Lead orparticipatein the crew tailboard discussion so the crew can work safely and efficiently.
• Assist the Crew Leader in planning jobs and scheduling work.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Understanding ofprinciples of electricity, basic math, wiring and connections and the ability to apply and teach this knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal skills to workwith teammates and those in other departments.

Work Schedule:

Work Schedule:4-10’s,Monday – Thursday 6:30AM- 5:00PM. Automated call out system, to call for emergency responseand storm damage restoration.

Type and frequency of personal contactrequired(general public, customers, organizations, and EWEB employees):

Daily contact with EWEB employees andgeneral public.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The startinghourly wagefor the position is $70.4256 - $77.3908.

This position is subject to the terms, conditions, and benefits of EWEB's collective bargaining agreement with the IBEW Local 659.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Experience : Meter Relay Trainee:Must have completed a three-year,state-approvedapprenticeship in anelectricaldiscipline or equivalent Electric Utility experience.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Desirable education, experience,trainingand certifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering .

Professional license or registration: None

Post-offer background checkrequired: Yes

Post-offer physical / functional testrequired: Yes

Apprenticeship or other education/trainingrequiredas a condition of employment,progressionor advancement: Must obtain a First Aid/CPRCard.If hired as a Trainee,must complete EWEB-approved three-year meter relay training program toattainjourney status.

Please note: Applicants mustbe authorized towork for any employer in the United States. EWEB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visaat this time.

WHY CHOOSE EWEB?

EWEB offers employees a progressive work culture devoted to providing excellent public service. Our employees work in a fast-paced environment where creativity, innovation, involvement, teamwork, and professional development are supported and encouraged. EWEB is also committed to providing a work environment conducive to the safety, health, and well-being of its workforce, and offers great benefits, including but not limited to health care, vacation and sick leave, pension, holidays, andanemployee credit union. We consistently rankas one of the healthiest employers in Oregon!

Founded in 1911, EWEB is Oregon's largest customer-owned utility. We provide water and electricity to the Eugene community, as well as parts of east Springfield and the McKenzie River valley area.

As a public utility, we do notoperateto earn a profit or to serve the investment needs of stockholders. Instead, EWEB is chartered by the City of Eugene to serve the interests of its citizens. We are owned by the people of Eugene andit'sour job to provide reliable, affordable water and electricity for our customers.

Our mission is to enhance our community's vitality by delivering drinking water and electric services consistent with the values of our customer-owners. And our vision is to do so while being a local utility that inspires our customers to invest in and rely on us.

Our core values:

• SAFE: We value the safety, physical and psychological wellness, of our workforce and the public, the security and integrity of cyber assets and data, and the protection of our customers’ assets.
• RELIABLE: We value the ongoing continuous on-demand delivery of drinking water and electricity, and the dependability of our response to our customers.
• AFFORDABLE: We value and respect our customer-owners’ financial resources by making wise investments and controlling costs and rates.
• ENVIRONMENTAL: We value the prudent and sustainable stewardship of the environment and natural resources, including preserving our watershed, and our role in reducing the greenhouse gases (GHGs) contributing to Climate Change.
• COMMUNITY/CULTURE: We value a culture of intentional actions and outcomes, continuous improvement, diverse perspectives, that is trustworthy, respectful,equitable, and inclusive to employees and community members. We are dedicated to our public service, professions, local governance, and commitment to serve our community honestly and with integrity.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

This description is intended torepresentkey areas of responsibility. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned.Nothing in this description restricts EWEB's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Job descriptions may occasionally be updated, as necessary, to reflect evolving business needs.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EWEB takes pride in our commitment to diversity and inclusion among our employees. We embrace and value differences of culture, education, experience, physicalabilityand unique perspectives in our workplace. We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity. Attracting,retaining, and advancing talent from all sources strengthens our bond with the multifaceted community we serve.

TOBACCO, SMOKE, AND VAPOR - FREE CAMPUS POLICY

EWEB fosters an environment promoting good health for both employees and the public. We want to enhance the quality of air, appearance, and employee health in and around EWEB facilities and equipment. Employees, contractors, volunteers, and visitors may not use, distribute, or sell tobacco.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Engineering.

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