Job Description
Salary $91,639.60 - $109,523.48 Annually Location FL 34471, FL Job Type Full-Time Job Number 92525 Department Electric Opening Date 05/05/2026 Closing Date Continuous Description Relay rechnician This position represents a responsible, skilled, and technically proficient role focusing on the installation, testing, operation, and maintenance of protective relays, SCADA systems, fiber optic networks, and related substation equipment. The individual in this position reports to the Substation Foreman or Substation Supervisor. Senior Relay Technician This is a responsible, skilled and advanced technical position in the construction, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of protective relays, SCADA, fiber optic and related substation equipment. Also requires experience in designing and engineering new substations, modifying existing substations, CAD, preparing electrical specifications and price lists. Reports to the Relay Technician Supervisor and/or the Electric Substation Supervisor. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES RELAY TECHNICIAN Testing, Calibration, and Installation of Protective Relays: Execute tests, calibrations, and installations of protective relays. Transport test equipment weighing up to 50 pounds to and from substations via van or truck. Physically handle the transfer of test equipment to and from substation control houses, setting up equipment on a portable table, approximately 36 inches in height. Demonstrate manual dexterity when using hand power tools and electrical testing equipment. Proficiently identify color-coded wires. Control Wiring Installation and Malfunction Analysis: Install, verify, and troubleshoot control wiring. Interpret and work with detailed electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Visually inspect evidence of equipment malfunctions and review SCADA logger reports and maintenance records to diagnose the cause of malfunctions. Communicate effectively and courteously to assist others. Documentation and Record-Keeping (Federally Regulated): Prepare written investigation reports for equipment failures and system mis operations, adhering to federal regulations. Maintain accurate relay test reports and records of substation equipment maintenance while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines. Utilize manual dexterity when operating desktop and laptop computers for automated relay testing. Installation, Testing, and Maintenance of Substation Equipment: Operate and conduct tests with advanced test equipment on transformers, 230KV, 69KV, and 15KV (oil, vacuum, and gas) circuit breakers. Maintain 15KV substation and distribution class voltage regulators. Handle single-phase and three-phase reclosers and motor-operated/manual-operated switches (15KV, 69KV, and 230KV) used in electric power transmission and distribution. Substation and Distribution Switching and Utility Operations: Adhere to switching orders issued by the System Control Center, which involve operating, locking-out, and tagging Transmission and Distribution substation circuit breakers, gang-operated switches, and hook-disconnects. Demonstrate physical agility and strength to follow established procedures during switching operations. Maintain visual and auditory alertness to detect hazards. On-Call Responsibilities (Revised): Be prepared to respond to system malfunctions at any hour. Assess situations and make prompt manual repairs as needed to maintain service reliability. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. SENIOR RELAY TECHNICIAN Coordinate and assist as necessary with the on-site installation and/or modification of protective relay schemes, SCADA, Fiber Optic and related equipment. Calculate new or review existing relay settings for application to the associated protective relays. Reads and works from detailed electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. In the event of a system malfunction, may be called at home to respond to the situation at any hour. Must assess the situation and use judgement to make appropriate repairs as quickly as possible to meet service demands. Communicates clearly and courteously to assist others. Prepares handwritten investigation reports on equipment failures and system mis-operations. Keep accurate relay test reports and maintenance records of substation equipment.