Relay Technician

Relay Technician 1 – R. R. CASSIDY INC

We’re looking for a Relay Technician to test, maintain, and troubleshoot protective relay systems in electrical substations with minimal supervision. This role requires specialized relay testing equipment and a strong safety mindset.

R.R. Cassidy is a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:

PWR) company, founded in 1975, with 45+ years of construction and specialized equipment experience. Our focus is on projects with unique challenges, with a footprint across the southern U.S., Midwest, and other regions. We value drive, inclusion, career development, and reward excellence.

• Promote and model a strong safety culture, including accountability for safety practices of team members.
• Install, commission, test, and perform routine maintenance on protective relaying systems in substations.
• Conduct function testing on relay panels, transformers, breakers, and associated control circuitry.
• Create and follow procedures for testing, commissioning, and maintaining protective devices.
• Develop and execute relay test routines, macros, and verify system performance aligns with design parameters.
• Analyze relay logic, settings, and responses to simulated faults to confirm proper operation.
• Plan and implement testing and isolation procedures for scheduled outages.
• Install and test communication protocols and systems such as SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, and fiber optics.
• Perform system analysis involving relays, transformers, AC/DC systems, and instrumentation; assist in troubleshooting distribution and transmission protection schemes and control issues.

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime when needed.
• Some experience working with protective relay equipment in utility substations.
• Some working knowledge of electrical control circuits and protective relay logic.
• Proficiency with relay test software and tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or Engineering or other 2‑year degree.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, and climb ladders or equipment for extended periods.
• Capable of working in outdoor environments and various weather conditions.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting.
• Comprehensive benefits packages including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• Choice of PPO, HSA, and FSA plans.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Employee discounts on consumer goods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit all types of discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Construction