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National Grid
Relay Technician (2)
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What they do
An Electrical Substation or Relay Repairer works at an electrical substation and operates equipment that controls the flow of electricity. Maintains and repairs relays or switches in a system that allows electricity from a power station to travel through the substation out to the distribution system and to customers.
$96,236 / year median in New York
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Relay Technician (2) National Grid $97,000-$106,000 depending on qualifications and experience level. United States, York, Albany Aug 19, 2026 About the position: National Grid is in search of 3 experienced Relay Technician to work out of our Albany, York headquarters. The position offers excellent opportunities for promotion in the field depending on experience level. The level of experience will determine the grade and pay. The base pay ranges from $97,000-$106,000 depending on qualifications and experience level. Job Description Install, test, maintain, and troubleshoot all types of relays and associated protection and control circuits in distribution, substation, and transmission systems.
Perform functional testing of protection and control systems.
Lead and assist other relay technicians in the Installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of power circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers (i.e. Current and potential transformers) and auxiliary substation equipment.
Calibrate and test electromechanical and microprocessor-based protection and communication relays.
Obtain on the job training as well as classroom/lab training
Participate in and perform safety discussions/meetings as required.
Follow and implement all applicable company policies, procedures, and standards.
Support and promote Company mission and goals.
Operate various types of test equipment from different manufacturers. Qualifications and Knowledge AAS or BS Degree in Electrical Technology or Engineering. OR
AOS in Electrical Construction and Maintenance and Minimum three (3) years of electrical experience in related field
Protective relaying experience is preferred
Adept on the use of computers and able to manage and maintain computer software.
Adept at working with AC and DC electrical elementary drawings/blue prints.
General understanding of