Relay Technician - Substation Power Systems Expert Wichita

Evergy; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergy in Wichita, KS invites applications for Relay Technician Apprentice (Technician I–IV). The role supports installation, repair and maintenance of protection and control equipment in substations, with a clear apprenticeship path toward becoming a full Technician, Relay.

Minimum qualifications include electronics training or degree, and the candidate must reside within 35 miles of the Wichita Service Center with willingness for overtime and emergency callouts to maintain reliable electric

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree in electronics or the equivalent.
• Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology degree preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering Technology preferred.
• Associates degree in Electronics/Technology also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain equipment and wiring for system protection and control in substations.
• Provide technical support for other departments.
• Assist Technicians, Relay or Senior Technicians.
• Prepare to work independently after apprenticeship completion.

Skills

Industrial controls

Microprocessors

Power systems

Computer/digital instrumentation

Local area networks

Telecommunications

Advanced math

Interpersonal communications

Education

Two-year electronics degree

Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology degree

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology

Associates in Electronics/Technology

Military Electronics experience

Job description

Evergy in Wichita, KS invites applications for Relay Technician Apprentice (Technician I–IV). The role supports installation, repair and maintenance of protection and control equipment in substations, with a clear apprenticeship path toward becoming a full Technician, Relay.

Minimum qualifications include electronics training or degree, and the candidate must reside within 35 miles of the Wichita Service Center with willingness for overtime and emergency callouts to maintain reliable electric