Relay Protection Electrical Technician – IBEW

Jobtailor; Fulton (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is hiring an Electrical Technician in California to test, troubleshoot, configure, and commission protective relay and automation systems in HV environments.

The role requires high voltage experience, a relevant engineering degree or two-year EE tech degree with relay experience, and ability to lift heavy equipment while working safely and coordinating with apprentices and other technicians.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience testing protective relay equipment in a power station or HV substation or electrical technician training
• A four year Electrical Engineering degree OR a two year Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology with relay and control experience
• Journeyman Electrical Technician experience with relay and control

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical power switching and test, troubleshoot, and configure remote control and data acquisition systems (SCADA/EMS)
• Test, commission, and maintain protective relays and automation/control systems
• Direct and train apprentices, coordinate with other technicians, and document test results

Skills

Testing

Troubleshooting

Configuring

Programming

Calibrating

Maintaining

Electrical Power Switching

Commissioning

Documenting

Lifting 100 Pounds

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (4-year)

Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

SCADA

EMS

Electromechanical Relays

Solid State Relays

Microprocessor Relays

Job description

• Complete applicable documentation and test reports for internal and Federal, State and local regulatory compliance
• Perform electrical power switching
• Test, troubleshoot, and configure remote control and data acquisition systems such as SCADA and EMS
• Plan and schedule work, including submitting clearance applications to the Operations Control Center
• Test and commission integrated and non-integrated electrical systems, including switchgear and network relays
• Direct and train Electrical Technician apprentices and may direct Electricians
• Program, install, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and maintain electromechanical, solid state, and microprocessor protective relays, automation and control systems, including synchronized end-to-end protection systems
• Maintain and revise engineering documents and drawings in the field
• Lift, carry, and install tools, parts, and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds across challenging terrain and structures
• Maneuver on stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and uneven or potentially hazardous surfaces
• Work on ladders and elevated structures using PPE
• Operate a company vehicle
• Pack and move equipment, tools, and materials
• Work with other technicians to test and install equipment
• Record and file test results
• Work safely according to PG&E safety standards and procedures
• Perform other responsibilities assigned based on business needs

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License or ability to obtain on 1st day of hire
• Ability to work in all types of weather extremes
• Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays
• Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to lift 100 pounds a minimum of one time a day
• 3 year experience testing protective relay equipment in a power station or high voltage substation or electrical technician specific training and education
• A four year degree in Electrical Engineering OR a two year Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology and two years of experience in relay and control
• Previous Journeyman Electrical Technician experience with two or more years of experience in relay and control
• High voltage electrical experience
• Ability to navigate and read information in MS Word and MS Excel
• Previous military experience in Power Production
• Must qualify on prerequisite and secondary pre-employment tests, including the Apprentice Electrical Technician Test, Physical Test Battery, and Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical systems, including protective relays and automation control systems. Proficient in regulatory compliance documentation and safety standards while effectively leading and training technicians.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Testing Protective Relay Equipment
• High Voltage Electrical Experience
• Electrical Engineering Degree
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Compliance
• SCADA and EMS Systems

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Testing
• Troubleshooting
• Configuring
• Programming
• Calibrating
• Maintaining
• Electrical Power Switching
• Commissioning
• Documenting
• Lifting 100 Pounds

Soft Skills

• Team Collaboration
• Training
• Planning
• Scheduling
• Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

• California Driver's License
• Apprentice Electrical Technician Test
• Physical Test Battery
• Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving

Industry Keywords

• Regulatory Compliance
• Electrical Systems
• Power Station
• High Voltage Substation
• Electrical Technician

Tools & Technologies

• SCADA
• EMS
• Electromechanical Relays
• Solid State Relays
• Microprocessor Relays