Job Description Job Description
Location: West Texas
Per diem/Travel included.
$60-100/hr DOE
Summary
The Relay Technician will support protection, testing, and maintenance activities for high voltage electrical systems across West Texas. This role focuses on ensuring the reliability, accuracy, and proper operation of protective relays and associated equipment used in power generation and distribution environments. The technician will perform field testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and documentation while working closely with engineering, operations, and field crews.
Key Responsibilities
- Relay Testing - Perform functional, acceptance, and maintenance testing on protective relays, breakers, and control circuits.
- Commissioning Support - Assist with commissioning of new protection systems, including wiring verification, logic checks, and system energization support.
- Troubleshooting - Diagnose relay misoperations, wiring issues, and equipment faults; implement corrective actions.
- Field Documentation - Maintain accurate test reports, settings records, and field notes.
- Safety Compliance - Follow all electrical safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and site specific requirements.
- Equipment Operation - Use relay test sets (e.g., Doble, Omicron) and related diagnostic tools.
- Team Coordination - Work with engineers, operators, and field crews to support system reliability and project timelines.
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of high voltage systems, protection schemes, and control wiring
- Ability to read and interpret one lines, schematics, and relay logic diagrams
- Field experience in power generation, transmission, or industrial electrical systems
- Willingness to travel throughout West Texas and work in field environments
Company Description With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients. Company Description With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
