Relay Technician II: Protection & Control Specialist

Fiber Broadband; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 168,508,000 - 200,579,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Talent Development Instructor-Led Tech

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Professional Certs

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is looking for a Relay Technician II to perform testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection and control systems with increasing independence. The role demands a strong commitment to safety and hands-on proficiency in relay systems while supporting project execution.

You will develop expertise in relay protection schemes, create detailed test reports, and coordinate with engineers and clients on-site.

Qualifications

• Pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Background check completed satisfactorily.
• Overtime and travel to client sites may be required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies and participate in job briefings.
• Perform relay testing with assistance from Senior Technicians and Engineers.
• Execute element, logic, and basic functional testing of protective relays and control systems.
• Read and interpret one-line/three-line diagrams and protection logic.
• Create detailed test reports, commissioning records, and calibration documentation.

Skills

Relay protection testing

Troubleshooting controls circuits

Relay test software

Clear communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/electronic technology or 4-year engineering degree

NETA II Certification, preferred

Tools

Relay test software

Job description

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is looking for a Relay Technician II to perform testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection and control systems with increasing independence. The role demands a strong commitment to safety and hands-on proficiency in relay systems while supporting project execution.

You will develop expertise in relay protection schemes, create detailed test reports, and coordinate with engineers and clients on-site.