Relay Technician

natgridProd•Town of Colonie, NY

1d•$47 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

National Grid is hiring an experienced Relay Technician to work from its Albany, New York headquarters. Promotion opportunities in the field may depend on experience. Grade and pay are determined by experience and qualifications. The position pays $47–$51 per hour, with a stated base-pay range of $97,000–$106,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The technician installs, tests, maintains, and troubleshoots relays and associated protection and control circuits across distribution, substation, and transmission systems. The role also involves functional testing of protection and control systems, work on substation equipment, calibrating electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays, using test equipment, and completing training. The position requires compliance with company policies and safety procedures and support for company goals. This is a DOT-covered, safety-sensitive position subject to federal drug and alcohol regulations. Employment terms are partly defined by a collective bargaining agreement with a local union. National Grid does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

An AAS or BS degree in Electrical Technology or Engineering; alternatively, an AOS in Electrical Construction and Maintenance and at least three years of electrical experience in a related field.
A high school diploma or GED.
A valid driver's license and a safe driving history that meets National Grid's Safe Driver policy.
Must pass a validated aptitude test.
Ability to work with computers and manage and maintain computer software.
Ability to work with AC and DC electrical elementary drawings and blueprints.
General understanding of IEEE/ANSI devices and numbering system.
Self-motivation and ability to learn independently.
Ability to work well with vendors, customers, and other employees.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work overtime and respond to emergency callouts.
Ability to work without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Protective relaying experience.
NETA Certification.

Responsibilities

Install, test, maintain, and troubleshoot relays and associated protection and control circuits in distribution, substation, and transmission systems.
Perform functional testing of protection and control systems.
Lead and assist other relay technicians with installing, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting power circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and auxiliary substation equipment.
Calibrate and test electromechanical and microprocessor-based protection and communication relays.
Participate in on-the-job and classroom/lab training.
Participate in and conduct safety discussions and meetings as required.
Follow and implement applicable company policies, procedures, and standards.
Support and promote the company mission and goals.
Operate test equipment from various manufacturers.
Work overtime and respond to emergency callouts.