Job Information
SRP Utilities Field Relay Technician 3 or Senior, Sign-on Bonus in Phoenix, Arizona
Utilities Field Relay Technician 3 or Senior, Sign-on Bonus
Location:
Phoenix, AZ, US
Date: Oct 10, 2024
Requisition ID : 16867
Summary
Join the Utilities gold standard for benefits (Pension, Health, 401k) and stability (average employee tenure is 16 years)! Now offering a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
The Relay Technician plays a crucial role in maintaining and ensuring the reliability of electrical power systems.
- Travel within Metropolitan area for projects. Company vehicle assigned at nearest SRP facility.
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
Protection Automation & Control Construction:
Provides on-site project coordination creating schedules and communicating with project stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of protection system installations.
Responsible for coordination and outage scheduling for generation, transmission, distribution, and industrial customer projects.
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 RelayCommissioning & Testing responsibilities as assigned:
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
Assists with Protection Automation & Control Construction 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
