Relay Technician II

Electric Power Systems; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Relay Technician II based in Gonzales, Louisiana. The role involves performing electrical testing and maintenance of relays in power stations with minimal supervision. Candidates should have hands-on experience with protective relays and the ability to troubleshoot control circuits.

The position offers a competitive pay and various benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead in safety culture and supervise other team members.
• Perform installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment.
• Develop written standard commissioning, testing and maintenance procedures.

Skills

Hands-on experience with protective relays

Troubleshooting distribution and transmission controls

Knowledge of relay test software

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronic technology

NETA II certification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Relay Technician II

About The Company: Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across data centers, utilities, generation, renewables, transit, industrial and commercial facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Summary

The Relay Technician II performs electrical testing, maintenance and troubleshooting relays in electrical power stations under minimal supervision. Duties involve using relay test equipment and tools to test different types of relays inside the electrical substation.

Responsibilities

• Lead in safety culture and supervise other team members.
• Perform installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment.
• Develop written standard commissioning, testing and maintenance procedures for protective relays.
• Perform function testing of substation control circuits on relay panels, transformers and circuit breakers.
• Develop relay macros and testing routines with confirmation of proper protection and control design.
• Perform end-to-end relay testing using relay test software and analyze relay operation by fault type.
• Examine relay settings and logic equations for confirmation of system operation in accordance with design.
• Develop testing and isolation procedures for outages.
• Perform communication installations and testing (SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, Fiber, etc.).
• Perform circuit analysis (equipment protective relays, instrumentation transformers, AC, DC, & system).

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen (safety sensitive position).
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• 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 and repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations.
• Capable of trouble shooting distribution and transmission controls circuits.
• Knowledge of relay test software.

Preferred Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience installing, maintaining, testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, military experience, or 4-year engineering degree (preferred).
• NETA II certification (preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 70 lbs.

Equal Opportunity EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claims to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.