Journey Substation Relay Tech

Our Substation Relay Technician installs, maintains, calibrates, modifies, troubleshoots, and repairs a variety of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical equipment and systems in a substation environment. Technician functions are also performed on distribution equipment such as power transformers, metal-clad switchgear, SCADA, and other substation related equipment. Assists with project management functions including vendor and contractor coordination, reporting, scheduling, inspection, testing, and final commissioning.

The salary range for this position is $48.70 - $70.62 per hour with a hiring range of $48.70 - $70.62 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will be available to applicants until filled.

A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

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Essential Functions :

• Perform installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment.
• Perform function testing of substation control circuits on relay panels, transformers and circuit breakers.
• Create and update specifications and assist with installation and maintenance of fiber optic communications to SCADA and specific substation equipment.
• Develop relay macros and testing routines with confirmation of proper system protection schemes and controls design.
• Perform end-to-end relay testing using relay test software and analyze the operation of the relay based on the fault type run.
• Develop written standard commissioning, testing, and maintenance procedures for protective relaying and other substation operations.
• Examine relay settings and logic equations for confirmation of system operation in accordance with design and protection scheme.
• Create, review, and implement equipment isolation and restoration switching procedures.
• Lead safety briefings on job sites.
• Lead investigations of electrical related issues, including root cause analysis as needed.
• Read and fully understand protection and control schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams and identify mistakes and problems with the drawings and design when comparing with accepted engineering and COL standards.
• Understand manufacturers' literature to facilitate testing.
• Provide input to annual budget development and advise on equipment purchases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor's Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of : Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization, and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefits Information

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and / or local law.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a criminal history background check.

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