Relay Technician

Entergy Corporation; Destrehan (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Louisiana, LLC is seeking a Relay Technician I-Sr to perform routine and emergency maintenance on substation protective relaying and control equipment, and to install new equipment in a safety-conscious environment.

The role requires strong electrical knowledge, ability to read diagrams, and willingness to work flexible hours, including 24-hour callouts. Valid TWIC and related certifications may be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Ability to read electrical one-line diagrams, schematics and wiring diagrams, manuals and instruction books.
• Understanding of protective relaying concepts and AC/DC power systems.
• Knowledge of electronics, computer logic, microprocessors and programmable logic.
• Completion of required Safety and Training modules.
• Preferred: knowledge of protective relaying/SCADA/communications/substation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on substation relay systems and control equipment.
• Test and troubleshoot protection, control, and communications equipment.
• Install relays and relay panels, wire termination, commissioning and testing.
• Follow switching and grounding procedures and safety rules.
• Be available for 24-hour callout and extended hours.

Skills

Relay maintenance

Relaying concepts

MS Office

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Technical communication

EEI TECHtest awareness

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

SCADA software

Relay protection software

Automation testing tools

Job description

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Location: DESTREHAN, Louisiana, United States

Company: Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC

* This position may be filled as a Relay Technician I, II, III, or Sr based on qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. *

JOB SUMMARY:

Working within Entergy's Safety Rules, perform routine and emergency maintenance on substation protective relaying and control equipment, as well as installation of new equipment.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine & emergency maintenance and repairs on all types of substation protective relay systems, control equipment and communication equipment.
• Test and troubleshoot system protection equipment, control equipment, panel equipment, RTU's, breakers, transformers, communication channel equipment, DFR's, etc.
• Install relays and relay panels, install and terminate cabling and wiring, commission and test relays and related equipment, calibrate relays, etc.
• Switch and ground substation equipment in accordance with Entergy's Switching Procedures, Grounding Procedures, Safe Work Procedures and Safety Rules.
• Must be available for 24-hour callout and extended hours.
• Must be able to successfully complete the necessary training modules as set forth by the Safety and Skills Training Department and OJT Qualification and Certification process.
• Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Preferred: Associate's Degree.
• Associate's Degree
• Without an associate degree: at least 1 year of experience.
• Without an associate degree: at least 2 years of experience.
• With an associate degree: at least 1 year of experience.
• Without an associate degree: at least 4 years of experience.
• With an associate degree: at least 3 years of experience.
• Without an associate degree: at least 6 years of electrical/electronics/metering/controls experience.
• With an associate degree: at least5 years of experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand electrical one-line diagrams, schematics and wiring diagrams, technical manuals and instruction books.
• Understanding of protective relaying concepts and AC and DC power systems.
• Knowledgeable with electronics, computer logic, microprocessors and programmable computer logic.
• Completion of the necessary training modules as set forth by the Safety and Training department.
• Preferred
  • Knowledge of protective relaying/SCADA/communications/substation equipment.
• Experience in relay maintenance and installation.
• Knowledgeable in MS Office and computer skills.
• Self-motivated and dependable team player.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Successful completion of the EEITEC test.
• If EEI TECHtest recommended, notate this onresume.
• Candidates selected to take the TECHtest will be invited via e-mail*PLEASE MONITOR YOUR SPAM/JUNK EMAILFOLDER.*
• Preferred
  • Valid LA driver's license and good driving record.
  • DOT medical certification.

Primary Location: Louisiana- DESTREHANLouisiana : DESTREHAN
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Relocation Option:
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
PS Job Title: Relay Technician I-Sr
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to navigate to EEO page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment 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. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work