Apprentice Relay Protection Electrical Technician Jobs

• Complete documentation and test reports for internal and Federal, State and local regulatory compliance


• Perform electrical power switching


• Test, troubleshoot and configure remote control and data acquisition systems, including SCADA and EMS


• Plan and schedule work, including submitting clearance applications to the Operations Control Center


• Test and commission integrated and non-integrated electrical systems, including switchgear and network relays


• Direct and train Electrical Technician apprentices and may direct Electricians


• Program, install, calibrate, test, troubleshoot and maintain electromechanical, solid-state and microprocessor protective relays, automation and control systems, including synchronized end-to-end protection systems


• Maintain and make field revisions to engineering documents and drawings


• Lift, carry and install tools, parts and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds across challenging terrain and elevated structures


• Maneuver on stairs, ladders, scaffolding and uneven or potentially hazardous surfaces


• Operate a company vehicle


• Pack and move equipment, power/hand tools and materials


• Work with other technicians to test and install equipment


• Record and file test results


• Work safely according to PG&E standards and procedures


• Perform other responsibilities as assigned based on business need

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Must possess a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience


• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License or ability to obtain on 1st day of hire


• Ability to work in all types of weather extremes


• Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions


• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays


• Must be able to wear company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)


• Must be able to lift 100 pounds a minimum of one time a day


• 3 year experience testing protective relay equipment in a power station or high voltage substation or electrical technician specific training and education


• Ability to calibrate, install, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair and test protective relays and associated equipment


• Knowledge of microprocessor and electromechanical protective relay systems


• Knowledge of substation and electric utility protection systems


• Knowledge of SCADA, EMS, station automation and supervisory control systems


• Ability to comprehend equipment labels, safety signs and technical materials


• Ability to complete daily logs and required documentation


• Ability to travel/transfer to a new headquarters upon request


• Desired: four-year degree in Electrical Engineering OR two-year Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology and two years of experience in relay and control


• Desired: previous Journeyman Electrical Technician experience with two or more years of experience in relay and control


• Desired: high-voltage electrical experience


• Desired: ability to navigate and read information in MS Word and MS Excel


• Desired: previous military experience in Power Production


• PG&E employees must qualify on prerequisite and secondary pre-employment tests, including the Apprentice Electrical Technician Test, Physical Test Battery, and Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving

Demonstrates expertise in testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining protective relay systems and associated equipment, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and safety standards. Proficient in SCADA and EMS systems, with the ability to lead and train technicians in a high-voltage electrical environment.

• Testing Protective Relay Equipment


• SCADA and EMS Systems


• Electrical System Commissioning


• High-Voltage Electrical Experience


• California Driver's License

• Testing and Troubleshooting


• Calibrating Protective Relays


• Installing Automation and Control Systems


• Maintaining Electrical Systems


• Documenting Test Results


• Performing Electrical Power Switching


• Configuring Data Acquisition Systems


• Directing Electrical Technicians


• Understanding Safety Regulations


• Lifting Heavy Equipment

• Team Collaboration


• Effective Communication


• Adaptability to Weather Conditions


• Attention to Detail


• Problem-Solving

• High School Diploma or GED


• California Driver's License


• Apprentice Electrical Technician Test


• Physical Test Battery


• Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving

• Electrical Technician


• Substation Protection Systems


• Microprocessor Relay Systems


• Electric Utility


• Power Production

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)


• Power/Hand Tools


• Engineering Documentation


• Field Revision ToolsCompany Vehicle