Senior Relay Technician - Utility Voltage Protection - Union

Position: Senior Relay Technician - Utility & High-Voltage Protection - Union
** Description*
* ** About the Role*
* At  
** Asplundh Electrical Testing** , safety is not a priority-it is our foundation. The  
** Senior Relay Technician
** plays a critical role in ensuring the  
** safe, reliable operation of medium‑ and high‑voltage utility substations
** through advanced protective relay testing, commissioning, and maintenance activities.

This position is ideal for professionals with a  
** utility background
** who have hands‑on experience testing and commissioning  
** transmission and distribution protection systems** . You will serve as a technical lead in the field, guide crews through complex outage work, and reinforce Asplundh's reputation for safety, precision, and service excellence.

We are experiencing strong growth and are  
** immediately hiring Senior Relay Technicians
** with deep expertise in  
** protection and control, relay schemes, and substation energization** . If you enjoy solving complex protection challenges, leading safe work execution, and influencing system reliability at scale, we'd like to speak with you.

As a  
** NETA‑accredited, independent electrical testing and engineering organization** , Asplundh Electrical Testing sets the benchmark for technical excellence and unwavering safety across the  
** utility, renewable energy, data center, and industrial sectors** .

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

** What You'll Do*
* + Lead job briefings and safety tailboards, reinforcing a  **"Safety First, Always"
** field culture

+ Perform  
** protective relay testing, calibration, troubleshooting, and commissioning
** on medium‑ and high‑voltage systems

+ Test and validate  
** transmission and distribution protection schemes** , including:

+ Distance, differential, overcurrent, breaker failure, and bus protection

+ Verify  
** control and protection circuits
** for:

+ Power transformers

+ Medium‑ and high‑voltage circuit breakers

+ Feeder relays

+ Capacitor banks and reactors

+ Support  
** outage planning, switching coordination, energization, and restoration activities*
* + Perform  
** event analysis, relay target review, and disturbance investigations*
* + Lead and mentor onsite technicians; coordinate work execution with project managers, system operators, and utility customers

+ Create and maintain  
** accurate test reports, as‑left settings, and field documentation*
* + Participate in  
** job walks, project estimating, and customer technical discussions*
* + Serve as a technical resource and trainer for developing relay technicians

** Travel Requirements:*
* Work is performed at customer sites throughout the assigned region. Regular regional travel is required, with opportunities for extended assignments outside the region as needed.

✔ Company vehicle provided for regional work‑related travel.

** What You Bring*
* +  
** 5+ years of hands‑on experience
** in  
** protective relaying for utility substations*
* + Demonstrated experience testing  
** medium‑ to high‑voltage (5kV-500kV) protection systems*
* + Strong working knowledge of  
** microprocessor‑based relays*
* +

Experience with  
** modern relay test platforms*
* + Solid understanding of  
** utility safety rules, energized work practices, and lockout/tagout procedures*
* + Ability to interpret:

+ Protection diagrams

+ AC/DC schematics

+ Wiring and logic drawings

+ Valid driver's license; ability to work outdoors, travel, and lift up to 70 lbs

** Education & Credentials*
* +  
** NETA Level III or IV Certification
** preferred for Senior roles _(Candidates at other NETA levels are encouraged to apply for opportunities across the organization)_

+

Experience with :

+ Circuit breakers

+ Power transformers

+ Switchgear

+ RTUs and substation communications

+ Technical degree, apprenticeship, or military electrical training

+ OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

+ Valid driver's license with a clean driving history

** What We Offer*
* At Asplundh Electrical Testing, we invest in the well‑being of our people. Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work‑life balance, including:

+ Medical,…