Relay Technician Traineelocation: PRESTON, ID, US, 83263
Company: Pacifi Corp Power Your Greatness Pacifi Corp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging. General Purpose Train to become a Relay Technician through hands-on experience, formal technical coursework, and guided mentorship under an experienced Area Relay Technician. This role builds the foundational knowledge and skills required to progress to a journeyman-level position, supporting the reliable operation of substation protection, control, and metering systems.
Responsibilities: A Relay Technician Trainee develops a working knowledge of substation equipment and systems while assisting with the installation, maintenance, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment. This includes, but is not limited to, electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based protective relays; indicating and kWh/kW metering; recording devices such as sequence of events recorders and digital fault recorders; and control systems associated with breakers, transformers, regulators, capacitors, reactors, and related substation apparatus. The role also supports remote control and monitoring systems, including SCADA.This position requires strict adherence to safety standards and company policies. Work may be performed in confined spaces, at elevated heights, and with specialized equipment such as bucket and boom trucks. The role may involve working independently or as part of a team, responding to emergency conditions, and maintaining responsibility for assigned tools, test equipment, and vehicles.
Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, or proof of equivalent Certification in an electrical apprenticeship program or equivalent program Demonstrated ability to manage workload and use computerized test program Basic computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Internet)Candidate must have good driving record Must be able to obtain a CDLStrong ability to follow safety polities and procedures Pass the Relay Technician Trainee pool entrance exam with a minimum score of 80% (provided by company)Must be a journeyman with three years journeyman experience in one of the following crafts: Journeyman Electrician, Journeyman Meterman, Journeyman Lineman, Electronic Technician (ET-1), Instrument and Control Technician (I&C), and Substation Journeyman.
Benefits: At Pacifi Corp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn't just about your physical health - your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle.
Our Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, Pacifi Corp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, Pacifi Corp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute. Life insurance Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance Tuition Assistance Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices. Work Life Balance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance Paid Parental Leave Paid Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing For more information, please visit:
Additional Information
Req Id: 114903 Company Code: Pacifi
Corp Primary Location: Preston, Idaho (100% Onsite)
Department: Power Delivery
Schedule: Full-Time Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 57PDHiring Range: $58.60 per hour Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation. Pacifi Corp 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, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. Nearest Major Market: Idaho Falls Career Segment: Trainee, Electrician, Technician, Electrical, Power Systems, Entry Level, Engineering, Technology, Energy Compensation details: 58.6-58.6 Hourly WagePI7db 1637c 9acc-3105

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Junior

Salary

$58.60 per hour

Location

Preston, ID

Occupation

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Industry

Electric Power Distribution

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