Relay Protection Electrical Technician (IBEW)

PG&E•San Jose, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Relay Protection Electrical Technician is an IBEW Local 1245 represented classification subject to collective bargaining. The role supports the safe, reliable, and NERC Reliability Standards-compliant operation of PG&E generating plants and transmission networks by calibrating, installing, maintaining, and operating protective relays and related equipment. The position performs complex work involving troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, calibrating, and maintaining microprocessor and electromechanical protective relay components, substation and electric utility protection systems, station automation, and SCADA systems. Work takes place predominantly outdoors in all weather conditions, near energized and rotating equipment, and may involve loud noise and vibration. The technician must be able to understand equipment labels and safety signs, learn and apply technical materials, and complete daily logs. The role requires safe driving, extended hours, and the ability to travel or transfer to a new headquarters upon request. Company-provided personal protective equipment must be worn. The position may be subject to Joint Apprentice Training Committee review and approval. The starting wage rate is $81.55 per hour and is subject to collectively bargained wage rates and increases.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Valid California Driver's License or ability to obtain one by the first day of hire.
Ability to work in all types of weather extremes and drive safely in all weather and road conditions.
Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to wear company-provided personal protective equipment.
Ability to lift 100 pounds at least once per day.
Three years of experience testing protective relay equipment in a power station or high-voltage substation, or electrical technician-specific training and education.
Ability to comprehend equipment labels and safety signs, learn and apply technical materials, and complete logs.
Ability to safely work near energized and rotating equipment and in outdoor conditions with noise and vibration.

Nice To Haves

Four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, or a two-year Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology and two years of experience in relay and control.
Previous Journeyman Electrical Technician experience with two or more years of experience in relay and control.
High-voltage electrical experience.
Ability to navigate and read information in MS Word and MS Excel.
Previous military experience in Power Production.

Responsibilities

Complete applicable documentation and test reports required for internal and federal, state, and local regulatory compliance.
Perform electrical power switching.
Perform applicable testing and troubleshooting and apply configurations to remote control and data acquisition systems, such as SCADA and EMS.
Plan and schedule work, including submitting clearance applications to the Operations Control Center.
Test and commission integrated and non-integrated electrical systems, including switchgear and network relays.
Direct and train Electrical Technician apprentices and, when needed, direct Electricians.
Program, install, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and maintain electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor protective relays, automation and control systems, including synchronized end-to-end protection systems.
Maintain and make field revisions to engineering documents and drawings.
Lift, carry, and install tools, parts, and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds on varied terrain and structures.
Maneuver on stairs, ladders, and varied surfaces, including narrow or uneven surfaces that may have ice, oil, or water.
Work on ladders and elevated structures using personal protective equipment.
Operate a company vehicle.
Pack and move equipment, power and hand tools, and other materials from the ground, trucks, or platforms.
Work with other technicians to test and install equipment.
Record and file test results.
Work in a team environment and follow PG&E safety standards and procedures.
Perform other responsibilities assigned based on business need.