Relay Technician I - Entry Level, Power Systems

Electric Power Systems; West Chester (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Talent Development – Instructor-Led Te

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Professional Certif c

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is seeking an entry-level Relay Technician I to support installation, testing and maintenance of protective relay and control systems in substations and C&I environments. You will learn relay protection theory, testing applications and electrical schematics under supervision of Senior Technicians and Engineers.

In this role you will gain hands-on skills, participate in building test plans, perform entry-level tests, and contribute to system verification activities while

Qualifications

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Criminal background check required.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
• Hands on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations.
• Capable of troubleshooting distribution and transmission controls circuits.
• Knowledge of relay test software.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety policies and follow all company safety procedures, including proper use of PPE in energized environments.
• Participate in safety meetings, job briefings, and hazard identification activities.
• Assist with installation, wiring, and commissioning of protection and control systems on relay panels, transformers, and circuit breakers.
• Perform entry-level testing under supervision from Senior Relay Technicians and Engineers.
• Assist in building and executing basic relay test plans based on engineering guidance.
• Support functional and supporting function testing activities alongside senior staff.
• Develop understanding and practical application of relay protection theory, including: Overcurrent, transformer, bus differential, and distance relays; Different operating schemes used in protection systems; Logic gates and Boolean algebra as applied to relay logic; Polarity, phasing, and vector relationships in power systems.
• Read and interpret one-line, three-line, and AC/DC schematics and drawings.
• Assist in reviewing protection and control drawings to understand system design and functionality.
• Assist in troubleshooting relay and control system issues using schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Accurately document testing activities and maintain detailed reports of work performed.
• Work closely with Relay Technicians II/III and engineers to develop technical skills and industry knowledge.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.

Skills

Relay testing

Electrical installations

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Knowledge of relay test software

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology

Military experience preferred

Tools

Relay test software

Job description

Electric Power Systems is seeking an entry-level Relay Technician I to support installation, testing and maintenance of protective relay and control systems in substations and C&I environments. You will learn relay protection theory, testing applications and electrical schematics under supervision of Senior Technicians and Engineers.

In this role you will gain hands-on skills, participate in building test plans, perform entry-level tests, and contribute to system verification activities while