NV Energy
Position Title: Relay Electrician I

Job ID: 10003872

Location: Las Vegas, NV, United States
Description:

Responsibilities

RELAY ELECTRICIAN (6198)

An employee who inspects, tests, adjusts, calibrates, repairs and installs distribution level system protection and control equipment. Performs the work required for the installation, maintenance, repair and adjustment of automatic controls and equipment protection devices concerned with the operation of distribution level power transformers, and distribution level protective systems. With supervision, the Relay Technician is responsible for certification of all related wiring, operational checks and evaluating in-service test data. Perform tests on electromechanical and microprocessor based relays, capturing test data electronically and uploading results to central database. Must become proficient with automated and computer aided testing processes, and engage in ongoing learning of new systems and methods through on-the-job training. Must be a journeyman substation electrician or have equal to or more P&C experience, have training in mathematics, and be knowledgeable in electrical and electronic theory, including but not limited to microprocessors relaying, phasor circuits and diagrams. Must be qualified to perform switching or become qualified within 90 days of job award. This position is a training position for Relay Electrician II position. The Relay Electrician I shall be expected to progress to the Relay Electrician II position by demonstrating on-the-job, that he or she has acquired the necessary skills to qualify and then pass a proficiency exam within two years. Performs other related work for which the employee is capable and qualified to safety perform as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be a journeyman substation electrician or have equal to or more P&C experience, have training in mathematics, and be knowledgeable in electrical and electronic theory, including but not limited to microprocessors relaying, phasor circuits and diagrams.

About Us

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

About the Team

NV Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

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