Relay Technician

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 systems and related equipment and their relationship to the overall operation of the transmission system.

Knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems. Ability to comprehend and apply technical documentation, including but not limited to, substation instructions, electrical one-line diagrams, schematic and wiring diagrams, technical manuals, instruction books, construction drawings, electrical schematics, and LOTO. Ability to read, interpret, and mark-up complex substation drawings, single-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and panel wiring.

Skilled in the use and application of various types of electronic equipment, including but not limited to relay test kits, multimeters, phase angle meters and personal computers to diagnose equipment problems and effect repairs, or to ensure proper performance of equipment. Knowledge of Substation and…

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