Senior Relay Technician — HV Substation Protection Tech

Asplundh Electrical Testing; Toms River (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

Company-provided life insurance

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Asplundh Electrical Testing seeks a skilled technician in Toms River, NJ, to lead protective relay testing for utility substations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on experience and a strong knowledge of high-voltage systems. Responsibilities include performing relay testing, mentoring technicians, and maintaining documentation. The role demands a technical degree and NETA certification. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage and retirement plans, with a company vehicle provided for travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in protective relaying for utility substations.
• Demonstrated experience testing medium- to high-voltage protection systems.
• Ability to interpret protection diagrams and AC/DC schematics.

Responsibilities

• Lead job briefings reinforcing a 'Safety First, Always' field culture.
• Perform protective relay testing on medium- and high-voltage systems.
• Create and maintain accurate test reports and field documentation.

Skills

Protective relay testing

Calibrating high-voltage systems

Microprocessor-based relays

Understanding utility safety rules

Education

NETA Level III or IV Certification

Technical degree or apprenticeship

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

Tools

Relay test platforms

Circuit breakers

Power transformers

Job description

Asplundh Electrical Testing seeks a skilled technician in Toms River, NJ, to lead protective relay testing for utility substations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on experience and a strong knowledge of high-voltage systems. Responsibilities include performing relay testing, mentoring technicians, and maintaining documentation. The role demands a technical degree and NETA certification. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage and retirement plans, with a company vehicle provided for travel.