Relay Technician

Lower Colorado River Authority; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Wellness programs

Generous time off

Job summary

The Lower Colorado River Authority is seeking a Relay Technician in Austin, Texas to contribute to maintaining the reliability of the electric grid. This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing protective relays, while providing technical support and mentoring to less experienced technicians.

Qualified candidates should have at least three years of experience in power substation protection and a relevant degree, or equivalent experience. Join a dedicated team making a significant impact in Central Texas!

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in power substation protection or relevant fields.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and systems.
• Install, maintain, and test protective relays.
• Provide technical support to employees and customers.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Mentor and train less experienced technicians.

Skills

Electrical equipment troubleshooting

Maintenance of protective relays

Technical support

Knowledge of electrical protection testing

Mentoring junior technicians

Education

Degree in electrical power theory or relevant field (substitutable)

Tools

Doble F6150 test sets

Enoserv RTS testing software

Job description

Here’s The Role

Are you ready to make a significant impact on Central Texas communities with your technical expertise? Become a part of LCRA as a Relay Technician and help ensure the reliability of the electric grid. In this role, you will install, maintain, and repair protective relays and related equipment, working alongside a skilled team of technicians. You'll be joining a world‑class team dedicated to maintaining outstanding service and support!

How You’ll Contribute

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and systems.
• Install, maintain, and test protective relays as well as other electrical equipment.
• Provide technical support to other LCRA employees and customers.
• Maintain and update knowledge of electrical protection testing principles and practices.
• Work both autonomously and collaboratively.
• Mentor and train less experienced technicians.

How You’re Qualified

• Three or more years of experience in the construction and/or maintenance of power substation protection, diagnostic, monitoring and/or control systems or other relevant experience.
• A degree(s) in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, computer science or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Driver's license.

How You’ll Stand Out

• Commissioning and maintaining protective devices in electric transmission substations operating above 100kV.
• Proficiency with electro‑mechanical and microprocessor‑based protective relays.
• Experience using Doble F6150 test sets and Enoserv RTS testing software.
• Strong PC skills.

How We’ll Support You

Benefits that don't just check boxes, they make life better. From healthcare to wellness to time off, we've got you covered, so you can focus on what matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578‑4004 or email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.