Relay Technician
Listed on 2026-08-29
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Engineering
Field/Service Technician
Location: Indianapolis
About The Company:
Ele ct ric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA
-accredited independent ele ct rical testing and engineering organization specializing in ele ct rical acce pt ance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Ge neration, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Covera ge
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Competitive Pay
- Talent Development – Instru ct or-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
- Incentives for Professional Certifications
- Tuition Reimbursement
Job Title:
Relay Technician I
About The Company:Ele ct ric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA
-accredited independent ele ct rical testing and engineering organization specializing in ele ct rical acce pt ance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Ge neration, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Covera ge
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Competitive Pay
- Talent Development – Instru ct or-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
- Incentives for Professional Certifications
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Competitive Pay
- Talent Development – Instru ct or-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
- Career Path Planning
- Incentives for Professional Certifications
- Competitive Per Diem for Travel
- Referral Bonuses
- Tuition Reimbursement
The Relay Technician I is an entry-level role responsible for assisting in the installation, testing, and maintenance of protective relay and control systems in substations and industrial (C&I) environments. This position focuses on developing foundational knowledge of relay protection theory, practical testing applications, and electrical schematics under the supervision of Senior Relay Technicians and Engineers. The role includes exposure to building test plans, executing entry-level testing, and supporting system verification activities.
Responsibilities- Implement safety policies and follow all company safety procedures, including proper use of PPE in energized environments.
- Participate in safety meetings, job briefings, and hazard identification activities.
- Support a safety-first culture by reporting hazards and following established procedures.
- Assist with installation, wiring, and commissioning of protection and control systems on relay panels, transformers, and circuit breakers.
- Perform entry-level testing under supervision from Senior Relay Technicians and Engineers.
- Assist in building and executing basic relay test plans based on engineering guidance.
- Support functional and supporting function testing activities alongside senior staff.
- Develop understanding and practical application of relay protection theory, including:
- Overcurrent, transformer, bus differential, and distance relays
- Different operating schemes used in protection systems
- Logic gates and Boolean algebra as applied to relay logic
- Polarity, phasing, and vector relationships in power systems
- Read and interpret one-line, three-line, and AC/DC schematics and drawings.
- Assist in reviewing protection and control drawings to understand system design and functionality.
- Assist in troubleshooting relay and control system issues using schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Accurately document testing activities and maintain detailed reports of work performed.
- Work closely with Relay Technicians II/III and engineers to develop technical skills and industry knowledge.
- Maintain tools, test…
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