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SRP Utility Protective Relay Technician 3 or Senior, Sign-on Bonus in Phoenix, Arizona
Utility Protective Relay Technician 3 or Senior, Sign-on Bonus
Location:
Phoenix, AZ, US
Date: Sep 11, 2024
Requisition ID : 16867
Summary
Join the Utilities gold standard for benefits (Pension, Health, 401k) and stability (average employee tenure is 16 years)! SRP is seeking Relay Technicians with experience planning and organizingthe installation, maintenance and repair of protective relay's, instruments, voltage regulators, protective devices and control circuits.
* Min Travel : opportunities are based out of Tempe, Arizona as well as in the East Valley, West Valley and Central Phoenix *
Relay Commissioning & Testing:
Performs programming, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Power System Operation Technology equipment (protective relaying systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices) for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution facilities.
Protection Automation & Control Construction:
Performs project management, testing, and QA/QC functions for Power System Operational Technology equipment (protective relaying systems, control systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices) for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution facilities.
Experience
The following applies to technical Level III/Senior: Graduate of an approved Relay or Electrical Apprenticeship Program or equivalent.
Tech III - 4 years of experience or graduate of a Relay or Electrical Apprenticeship Program or equivalent.
Senior Technician - 7 years of related Relay Technician experience and meets expectations by a technical review panel.
What You'll Do
Relay Commissioning & Testing:
Programs settings on microprocessor relays and other intelligent electronic devices
Commission and energizes protective relaying systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices through validation of wiring, settings, communication protocols and logic
Uses test equipment to simulate faults to validate protective relay systems
Performs preventative and corrective maintenance of protective relaying systems and other intelligent electronic devices
Develops and submits all commissioning and maintenance testing documentation for asset management and regulatory compliance
Must be available to work overtime and accept callouts
Assists with Protection Automation & Control Construction responsibilities as assigned
Protection Automation & Control Construction:
Provides on-site project management (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) by providing direction and oversight to field personnel and contingent workforces
Outage coordination for generation, transmission, distribution, and industrial customers
Maintains quality assurance and quality control through reviewing and correcting protection and control engineering design prints
Responsible for installation strategy (panel construction, procurement, wire pull schedules, field wiring, etc.)
Performs installation quality assurance and quality control through field wiring checks and supporting with scheme checks
Must be available to work overtime to meet project milestones
Assists with Relay Commissioning & Testing responsibilities as assigned
What It Takes To Succeed
Knowledge of the principles of electrical and electronic theory
Knowledge of algebra, geometric, trigonometric and statistical concepts, techniques and procedures
Knowledge of personal computer operation and transient cyber assets
Knowledge of relay and test set applications
Knowledge and understanding of protective relay theory, principles and applications
Knowledge of commissioning, protective system testing and construction processes
Must be available to work overtime
Performs related work as required and/or assigned
Attends training programs, seminars, conferences, and meetings
Assists engineers and other personnel
Assists in directing other technicians,
Why Work at SRP
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Education
Completion of an appropriate Apprenticeship program or equivalent.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) recognizes diversity and inclusion as key drivers of innovation and growth, and seeks to attract a diverse employee base that reflects our community. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law. Ultimately, SRP aspires to fully apply the power of diversity and inclusion to build a more equitable and sustainable future for our customers, employees and community.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas.
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix