Relay Apprentice 1st Yr. - Relay Technician

Entergy Corporation; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Corporation in Blytheville, Arkansas, is seeking a Relay Apprentice or Technician. Candidates will perform tests, repairs, and calibrations on various electrical equipment. You must have a two-year associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. The position requires good manual dexterity, adherence to safety protocols, and strong communication skills.

This is an onsite role, and you must live within 45 miles of the service center. Join a company dedicated to equal employment opportunities and workplace safety.

Qualifications

• Willing to learn and follow safety rules.
• Create and maintain reports accurately.
• Read and understand wiring diagrams and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests, repairs, and adjustments on electrical equipment.
• Assist in switching operations and general storm restoration.
• Maintain tools and equipment responsibly.

Skills

Handling tools

Safety awareness

Electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Two-year associate’s degree in electronics or related field

Job description

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Company: Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC

Location Requirement: Candidate must live within, or relocate to within, 45 miles of the service center headquarters.

Job Qualifications

• Under close supervision, perform tests, repairs, adjustments, and calibrations on relays, meters, telemeters, supervisory control, carrier‑current equipment, and related apparatus in laboratory and field.
• Connect and read meters, instruments, and related equipment.
• Take notes in field and laboratory and prepare routine reports.
• Perform necessary housekeeping tasks.
• Use hand tools and handle ladders for work on poles, structures, and towers, maintaining a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment safely.
• Assist in switching operations.
• Assist in constructing, installing, and maintaining relaying equipment.
• Assist in storm restoration in substations and other groups.

Experience and Special Qualifications

• Willing and able to learn company safety rules and administer approved resuscitation and first aid methods.
• Maintain a valid automobile and truck driver’s license, TWIC card, or equivalent license and background check.
• Responsible for company tools, instruments, and equipment.
• Familiar with relay and spare parts stock.
• Practical working knowledge of electrical circuits and equipment.
• Read and understand wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Perform routine operations of moderate complexity and variety.
• Learn and apply company electrical and mechanical tagging rules for a qualified switchman.
• Obtain working knowledge of company practices and standards related to the work.
• Complete all necessary and mandatory training requirements associated with the position.
• Meet one of the following criteria for Relay Apprentice or Technician levels:
  • At least 2 years of equivalent work/training in a relay‑related field, or a two‑year associate’s degree specializing in electronics, instrumentation, computers, or engineering.
  • For Relay Apprentice 2nd Year: at least 1 year qualified as a 1st Year Apprentice, or equivalent work plus a two‑year associate’s degree, or at least 3 years of equivalent work/training.
  • For Relay Apprentice 3rd Year: at least 1 year qualified as a 2nd Year Apprentice, or equivalent work plus a two‑year associate’s degree, or at least 5 years of equivalent work experience.
  • For Relay Apprentice 4th Year: at least 1 year qualified as a 3rd Year Apprentice, or equivalent work plus a two‑year associate’s degree, or at least 7 years of equivalent work experience.

Physical Qualifications

• Perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Possess the strength and endurance for arduous labor as required.
• Work extended hours, overtime, or emergency work when necessary.
• Have good hand‑eye coordination, physical dexterity, and color vision.

Personal Qualifications

• Highly alert to hazards and accident prevention.
• Adapt to unusual surroundings and normal working conditions.
• Possess keen observation skills.
• Communicate orders and instructions clearly, earning respect from superiors and subordinates.
• Display manual dexterity, precision, and patience.
• Maintain neatness and orderliness in work and appearance.
• Meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
• Attend and participate in safety meetings.
• Provide customer‑oriented service at all times.
• Work out‑of‑town assignments as required.

Company Testing

• Must be eligible for the EEI TECH test.
• Selected candidates will be invited via e‑mail; ensure monitoring of spam/junk folders.

Additional Responsibilities

• Be available for additional hours, alternate locations, or extra duties during storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary.

Accessibility

• Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests may be made orally or in writing.

EEO Statement

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Entergy also prohibits unlawful employee harassment based on any protected characteristic or status.

Work Authorization

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment. Entergy will not sponsor work visas for this position.