Sr. Relay Technician

Electric Power Systems; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Sr. Relay Technician in Las Vegas, NV. The role involves supervising electrical testing and troubleshooting of relays. Candidates must have experience in protective relays and relevant industry certifications.

Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and incentives for professional certifications. The position requires travel and a valid driver's license. Join EPS to be part of a committed team in the power industry.

Qualifications

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen due to safety-sensitive position.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Have a valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of relays.
• Lead safety briefings and manage complex projects.
• Calibrate & perform functional tests on protective relays.

Skills

Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays

Troubleshoot distribution and transmission controls circuits

Knowledge of relay test software

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic technology

NETA Levels I, II, or IV Certification

Job description

About the Company

Electrical 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

Sr. Relay Technician

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)

Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor‑Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Summary

The Sr. Relay Technician performs and supervises electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of relays in electrical power stations. Duties include using relay test equipment and tools to test several types of relays inside the electrical substation.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety briefings on job site, identify, eliminate, or mitigate hazards.
• Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools.
• Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components.
• Perform installation, commissioning, testing, and function testing of substation control circuits on relay panels, transformer & circuit breaker change‑outs.
• Analyze event records and make informed deductions.
• Develop Project Execution, Commissioning, Outage Sequence & Energization Procedures.
• Manage large‑scale and complex projects.
• Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, or Relay Engineer I.
• Interact with customers.
• Perform complex troubleshooting.
• Perform end‑to‑end relay testing using relay test software and analyze relay operation based on fault type runs.
• Lead investigations of electrical related issues, including root cause analysis as needed.
• Calibrate & perform functional tests on electromechanical and microprocessor‑based protective relays for substations.
• Act as an on‑site lead for the project, assign tasks, prioritize activities, and interface with customers.
• Read and fully understand protection and control schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams, identifying mistakes and problems with the drawings and design when compared with accepted engineering and customer standards.
• Determine and interpret customer requirements and provide final deliverables, including as‑built prints and all test results meeting specified requirements.
• Understand manufacturer literature to facilitate testing.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Pass a pre‑employment drug screen due to safety‑sensitive position.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Have a valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record.
• Hands‑on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation, or distribution level substations.
• Capability to troubleshoot 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).
• 5+ Years of Relevant Industry Experience.
• NETA Levels I, II, or IV Certified (preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Climb ladders, stand for extended periods, lift 70 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, or 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 claims to unsolicited resumes or candidate information.