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Lower Colorado River Authority - Austin, TX
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Relay Technician II position at Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) is a full-time role focused on the installation, maintenance, and repair of protective relays and related electrical equipment. This intermediate-level position requires technical knowledge and skills to ensure the reliability of the electric grid in Central Texas. The technician will work both independently and as part of a team, providing technical support and troubleshooting electrical systems while adhering to safety and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and systems.
- Install, maintain, and test protective relays and other electrical equipment.
- Provide technical support to other LCRA employees and customers.
- Maintain and update knowledge of electrical protection testing principles and practices.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Meet all safety and quality standards.
Requirements
- Three or more years of experience in the construction and/or maintenance of power substation protection, diagnostic, monitoring and/or control systems or other relevant experience.
- A degree in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, computer science or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
- Valid Driver's License.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in commissioning and maintaining protective devices in electric transmission substations operating above 69kV.
- Experience with electro-mechanical and microprocessor-based protective relays.
- Experience with Doble F6150 test sets and Enoserv RTS testing software.
Benefits
- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness program including wellness incentive
- Extensive learning & development programs
