Meter Relay Technician or Trainee
Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB)•Eugene, OR
•$70 - $77•Onsite
About The Position
Eugene Water & Electric Board is seeking a strong, team-oriented Meter Relay Technician or Trainee to install, test and commission, troubleshoot and maintain transmission, distribution, generation, and substation protective relaying systems and auxiliary equipment controls including voltage regulators, governors, synchronizers, revenue meters, reclosers, automatic transfer switches. This position is instrumental in maintaining reliable protection systems for the community.
Requirements
- Understanding of principles of electricity, basic math, wiring and connections and the ability to apply and teach this knowledge.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work with teammates and those in other departments.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid driver license: Yes
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. EWEB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
Responsibilities
- Install, add, or replace meters, relays, control circuits and telemetering equipment; review drawings and make necessary field corrections.
- Test and calibrate relays, ammeters, voltmeters, panel meters, current transformers, potential transformers, transducers, gauges, control circuits and other associated equipment. Record and evaluate results. Maintain equipment records.
- Utilize test equipment and test electrical devices and systems to determine suitability for service. Accurately record data, repair, adjust or calibrate equipment. Report condition or status as appropriate. Read and interpret electrical drawings: one-lines, three-lines, schematics, connection diagrams, etc. Develop and document test plans, results forms and work procedures as required.
- Assist Crew Leader in making suggestions to Electric Operations and Engineering personnel in the design and planning process.
- Assist Crew Leader in preparing cost estimate for future jobs.
- Lead or participate in the crew tailboard discussion so the crew can work safely and efficiently.
- Assist the Crew Leader in planning jobs and scheduling work.
Benefits
- health care
- vacation and sick leave
- pension
- holidays
- employee credit union
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
