National Grid

Electric Utility Relay Technician

Electric Utility Relay Technician
Notice info
LocationAlbany, NY
Salary$110,240-$110,240
On-site
Utilities

About This Job

National Grid is in search of an experienced Relay Technicians to work out of our Albany, New York location. In addition to a starting wage of $53.23 per hour, we offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) plan, vacation, tuition assistance and more. As part of the Relay Tester progression series, this position offers an excellent opportunity for promotion within the job series. A uniquely challenging opportunity affords the qualified candidate to work on many aspects of our Grid helping to deliver a clean, fair and affordable energy future.


Job Description:

Install, test, maintain, and troubleshoot all types of 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 in the Installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of power circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers (i.e., current and potential transformers) and auxiliary substation equipment.
Calibrate and test electromechanical and microprocessor-based protection and communication relays.
Obtain on the job training as well as classroom/lab training
Participate in and perform safety reviews/meetings as required.
Follow and implement all applicable company policies, procedures, and standards.
Support and promote Company mission and goals.
Operate various types of test equipment from different manufacturers.


Qualifications and Knowledge:

AAS or BS Degree in Electrical Technology or Engineering or AOS in Electrical Construction and Maintenance is required.
Minimum three (3) years of experience as a qualified substation relay technician or equivalent is required.
Adept on the use of computers and able to manage and maintain computer software.
Adept at working with AC and DC electrical elementary drawings/blueprints.
General understanding of IEEE /ANSI devices and numbering System.
Must have a valid driver license
Must have high school diploma
Must pass validated aptitude test


Additional/Preferred Requirements:

Self-motivated and able to learn on own.
Ability to work well with vendors, customers, and other employees.
Good written and oral skills.
Able to work overtime and respond to emergency callouts.
NETA Certification is a plus
Previous Utility experience
Military experience in related fields
This is an on-site position.


Location: Albany

THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE TAKE HOME VEHICLE (THV) MOA

(PLEASE SEE YOUR UNION STEWARD WITH QUESTIONS)


More Information


Salary:


$53.23/Hr

Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.

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