Relay Technician

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Wabash Valley Power is a not-for-profit electric cooperative and wholesale provider of reliable, affordable electricity to our 21 electric distribution member cooperatives. These cooperatives in turn serve more than 280,000 homes, businesses, and farms in Indiana and Illinois.

As a not-for-profit co-op, we do things a bit differently—and that’s the point. Because we aren’t influenced by shareholders, we make our decisions with our members in mind. That means we value things like teamwork, and putting families first. It also means a business model that’s designed for stability and growth. It’s a Deliberately Different approach to the energy industry, and that’s great news for the people who count on us.

What You'll Get
We believe what benefits our employees benefits our company. That’s why we put employees first—your health, your family, and your development. These aren’t just slogans:
We offer continuing education, flex time, health benefits, a 401(k) match and pension plan, and much more. Here are just a few of the things that make our company culture unique:

• No Sweat - We offer a wellness program that includes a payroll credit for medical insurance, an on-site fitness center for your convenienceand extra vacation days for participating. We’ll even throw in a fitness devicereimbursement to keep you on track!
• Flex Time - Our flexible schedule means you can work in your appointments or family events and maintain a comfortable work-life balance.
• Stay in School -We value employees who have a desire to learn, so we provide funds for continuing education. We also offer in-house training and ongoing development through our internal GROW program.
• Keep it Casual
  - When you work for us, you work in comfort. Blue jeans are the norm in our office, andwe make them look good!
• Work Hard, Play Hard - We reward our employees with generous vacation time, to the tune of up to five weeks offa year. Even our new employees receive credit for prior work experience.

OBJECTIVE:

The purpose of this position is to perform maintenance, installation, testing, calibration, and troubleshooting on protective relay devices, control circuits, and related equipment needed in the operation of Wabash Valley Power Association’s electric transmission, substation, and mobile substation facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Relay and Controls Maintenance:
  Inspect, test, and maintain protective relays, control systems, and associated equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Relay Installation:
  Install new protective relays and control devices in accordance with technical specifications, manufacturer's guidelines, and industry standards.
• Testing and Calibration:
  Perform routine and periodic testing of protective relays to validate their proper operation. Calibrate relays to ensure accurate fault detection and response.
• Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose and troubleshoot relay malfunctions, control system issues, and related electrical faults. Identify and rectify problems to minimize downtime.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintain detailed records of relay maintenance, testing, and repairs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and documentation standards.
• Safety Compliance:
  Adhere to safety protocols and best practices to protect oneself and others when working on live electrical equipment. Stay updated on safety regulations and guidelines.
• Emergency Response:
  Participate in emergency response activities during power outages, storms, or other critical situations, assisting in the quick restoration of electrical service.
• Technical Expertise:
  Stay current with advancements in protective relay technology, control systems, and industry standards. Implement innovative solutions to enhance system reliability.
• Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with other utility personnel, including engineers, electricians, and system operators, to optimize system performance and respond to issues effectively.
• Coordinates and monitors contractors’ activities when required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of operation and theory of protective relaying…