Relay Technician II

Electric Power Systems; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA & FSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

EAP

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Per diem for travel

Referral bonuses

Career path planning

Technical training

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is hiring a Relay Technician II to perform electrical testing, maintenance and troubleshooting of protective relays in power stations across the region. Relays will be tested using specified equipment and procedures under minimal supervision.

You will drive locally, perform commissioning work, and help develop standard procedures for testing and maintenance of relay systems. The role requires travel and hands-on problem solving in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Criminal background check required.
• Willing to drive locally and regionally with possible overnight travel.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, test and maintain protective relaying equipment.
• Develop test procedures for protective relaying.
• Test substation control circuits on relay panels, transformers and breakers.
• Create relay macros and testing routines with proper protection logic.

Skills

Driver's license

Relay testing

Travel readiness

Background check

Troubleshooting

Education

Electrical degree

Tools

Relay test software

Job description

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, Utility, 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.

Job Title

Relay Technician II

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
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Career Path Planning

Position Summary

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

Responsibilities

• Must be able to drive daily locally/regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel.
• Leader in Safety Culture and responsible for other team members.
• Perform installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment.
• Develop written standard commissioning, testing and maintenance procedures for protective relaying.
• Perform function testing of substation control circuits on relay panel, transformers & 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 the operation of the relay based on the fault type run.
• Examine relay settings and logic equations for confirmation of system operation in accordance with design.
• Develop testing and isolation procedures for an outage.
• Perform Communication Installations and Testing (SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, Fiber, etc.).
• Perform Circuit Analysis (Equipment Protective Relays, Instrumentation Transformers, AC, DC, & System).

Required Skills / Abilities

• Able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• 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 currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
• Hands‑on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations.
• Capable of trouble‑shooting distribution and transmission control 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.

Physical Requirements

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

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

Recruitment Policy

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