Relay Protection Electrical Technician – IBEW

Pacific Gas and Electric Company

. Calibrate, install, maintain, operate, test, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul and commission protective relay systems and associated equipment .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSan Carlos • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting protective relay systems and associated equipment, with a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance. Proficient in programming and maintaining automation, control, SCADA, and EMS systems while effectively collaborating with team members.

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Protective Relay TestingSCADA System MaintenanceElectrical Power SwitchingHigh Voltage ExperienceCalifornia Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Calibrating Protective Relay SystemsTroubleshooting Electrical EquipmentTesting SwitchgearProgramming Automation SystemsMaintaining Engineering DocumentsPerforming Electrical Power SwitchingOperating Company VehiclesLifting 100 PoundsWorking Near Energized EquipmentNavigating MS Word and MS Excel

Soft Skills

CollaborationTraining and Directing ApprenticesPlanning and Scheduling Work

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Remote Control SystemsData Acquisition Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDCalifornia Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Substation MaintenanceElectric Utility Protection SystemsRegulatory ComplianceJoint Apprentice Training Committee (JATC)Electrical Technician Training

Tech Stack

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Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Calibrate, install, maintain, operate, test, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul and commission protective relay systems and associated equipment
Maintain substation and electric utility protection systems
Program and maintain automation, control, SCADA and EMS systems
Perform electrical power switching
Apply configurations to remote control and data acquisition systems
Plan and schedule work, including submitting clearance applications to the Operations Control Center
Test and commission switchgear and network relays
Direct and train Electrical Technician apprentices and may direct Electricians
Maintain and revise engineering documents and drawings in the field
Complete documentation, test reports, and regulatory compliance records
Record and file test results
Lift, carry, maneuver, pack and install tools, parts, equipment and materials in substations and challenging terrain
Operate company vehicles
Collaborate with other technicians while testing and installing equipment
Follow PG&E safety standards and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll 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 work near energized and rotating equipment and tolerate loud noises and vibrations
Ability to comprehend equipment labels and safety signs, learn and apply technical materials, and complete daily logs
Ability to travel/transfer to a new headquarter upon request
Ability to work on ladders and elevated structures
Desired: Four-year degree in Electrical Engineering OR two-year Associate 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
May be subject to Joint Apprentice Training Committee (JATC) review and approval
PG&E employees must qualify on prerequisite and secondary pre-employment tests

Benefits

Comp & perks

IBEW Local 1245 representation
Collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases
Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Company vehicle