Relay Equip Pert Tech

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the PERT General Foreman, this position will be responsible and accountable for the completion of in-field jobs on an assigned or emergency basis.

Field jobs consist of testing electro‑mechanical, solid‑state, and microprocessor based relays, troubleshooting control circuits, commissioning new relays and/or electrical power equipment and their associated control circuits, and other duties as assigned.

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering Technology, or an equivalent recognized degree. College transcripts will be required to verify course completion. ULC management has the exclusive right to determine degree equivalency.
• Successful completion of Red Tag Certification.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of electrical transmission stations and lines.
• Competent with power and hand tools.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, schematics, operating instructions, and manuals relating to station transmission equipment.
• Ability to work independently or in a group environment.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Availability to work and retain access to all related stations and facilities.

• RARE (less than 10%): climbing poles, climbing stairs.
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, crawling, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): standing, walking, climbing on/off truck, gripping, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., reading, reaching.
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing faint distant objects, hearing verbal instructions.

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and the requirement to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance and coordination of equipment and tools, maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, wear personal protective equipment as necessary, enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, traverse various terrain, perform duties throughout a standard 8- or 10‑hour day, communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written or verbal job instructions and information, and handle conflict professionally.

• Works alone in energized high‑voltage electrical substations up to 345,000 volts.
• Must work in close proximity to energized electrical equipment up to 345,000 volts.
• Exposed to static and induced voltages.
• Exposed to electric and magnetic fields (EMF).
• May be exposed to radio frequency (RF) and microwave frequency.
• Works around hazardous equipment.
• Works with energized parts or equipment.
• May be subjected to high intensity and stressful situations.
• Works in all temperatures (cold, snow, ice, wind, rain, heat).
• Exposed to traffic and mobile equipment.
• Works on construction sites with uneven terrain.
• May be exposed to irritating plants and biting or stinging insects.
• Work may be performed at varying heights above ground, in manholes, and/or in confined spaces.

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support employees’ health, well‑being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1‑833‑222‑3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e‑Verify all newly hired employees.

• All job offers are subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, this position does not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S.

Resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services will be accepted only if a Service Agreement has been signed and recruitment services have been specifically requested for this position. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, agency, or staffing service.