Relay Technician II

Relay Technician II

Electric Power Systems is an independent electrical testing & engineering organization that specializes in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance testing across Utilities, Generation, Renewables, Industrial, Transit, Data Centers, and Commercial Facilities throughout North America.

At Electric Power Systems, we are committed to a culture of safety and technical expertise, setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

The hourly rate for this position is between $35.00–$55.00 per hour, dependent on geography and qualifications.

The Relay Technician II performs electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of relays in electrical power stations under minimal supervision. Duties include using relay test equipment and tools to test various types of relays inside electrical substations.

• Competitive pay
• Nashville Training Academy & Comprehensive Training Resources
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 401k with company match

• Leader in Safety Culture and responsible for other team members.
• Perform installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment.
• Develop written standard commissioning, testing and maintenance procedures for protective relaying.
• Perform function testing of substation control circuits on relay panel, transformers & circuit breakers.
• Develop relay macros and testing routines with confirmation of proper protection and control design.
• Perform end‑to‑end relay testing using relay test software and analyze the operation of the relay based on the fault type run.
• Examine relay settings and logic equations for confirmation of system operation in accordance with design.
• Develop testing and isolation procedures for a N outage.
• Perform communication installations and testing (SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, Fiber, etc.).
• Perform circuit analysis (Equipment Protective Relays, Instrumentation Transformers, AC, DC, & System).

• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Hands‑on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation, or distribution level substations.
• Capable of troubleshooting distribution and transmission controls circuits.
• Knowledge of relay test software.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience installing, maintaining, testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switch gear, or similar equipment.

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, military experience, or 4‑year engineering degree (preferred).
• NETA II Certified (preferred).

• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift 70 lbs.

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, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third‑party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.