Protective Relay Technician – Field Service & Commissioning

U.S. Electrical Testing; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Plan

Military Reserve Pay Offset

Paid Maternity Leave

Job summary

U.S. Electrical Testing is seeking an experienced electrical technician to program protective relays and perform installation, testing, and maintenance in energized electrical rooms, vaults, and substations.

You will interpret schematics and wiring diagrams, operate specialist test equipment, and ensure adherence to safety standards. The role requires travel up to 50% domestically and internationally, a valid US work authorization, and a strong background in electrical testing and protective

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5+ years of relevant electrical experience or an associate's degree in science with 2+ years of relevant electrical experience.
• NETA / NICET certification preferred or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical testing.
• Strong understanding of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently use hand, power tools, meters and other test equipment in energized rooms, vaults, and substations to install, maintain and program relays and equipment.
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and substation drawings and inspections.
• Program and operate test equipment and follow safety practices per the company handbook.
• Commission new relay and metering installations.
• Coordinate testing, troubleshooting and repairs with other departments.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

Safety compliance

Field travel

Education

High school diploma or GED +5 yrs

Associate's degree in science +2 yrs

NETA / NICET certification (preferred)

Tools

Doble

Omicron

Megger

Vanguard

Fluke meters

Job description

U.S. Electrical Testing is seeking an experienced electrical technician to program protective relays and perform installation, testing, and maintenance in energized electrical rooms, vaults, and substations.

You will interpret schematics and wiring diagrams, operate specialist test equipment, and ensure adherence to safety standards. The role requires travel up to 50% domestically and internationally, a valid US work authorization, and a strong background in electrical testing and protective