Technician – Protective Relay A, Degree

Xcel Energy

. Maintain protective relay systems and other substation control systems .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeCarlsbad • New Mexico • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $62 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in maintaining protective relay systems and substation control systems, with a strong ability to work independently and as part of a team in power plant environments. Proficient in operating test equipment and adhering to safety protocols while performing tasks that affect system reliability.

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Protective Relay Technician Journeyman CertificateTwo-Year Accredited Degree in ElectronicsAbility to Lift 90 PoundsOvernight Travel and AssignmentsComputer Literacy

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Hard Skills

Protective Relay Systems MaintenanceSubstation Control SystemsTest Equipment OperationClimbing Ladders and StructuresWorking in Confined Spaces

Soft Skills

Teamwork AttitudeIndependent WorkEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Department of Labor Protective Relay Technician Journeyman Certificate

Industry Keywords

Power Plant EnvironmentsService RestorationSystem ReliabilityOvertime WorkAfter-Hour Callouts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain protective relay systems and other substation control systems
Support capital projects
Help with service restoration
Perform work affecting system reliability
Work overnight travel and assignments
Respond to after-hour callouts
Work outdoors and in power plant environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
Department of Labor Protective Relay Technician Journeyman Certificate Required
Must have a two-year accredited degree in electronics or digital equipment for Protection Relay Technician “A”
Must be able to lift and maneuver 90 pounds
Overnight travel and assignments will be required
Must be able to climb ladders and lattice structures and work out of a bucket truck at heights up to 80 ft.
Must exhibit a teamwork attitude and work well with others
Must be able to work independently without direct supervision
Must be mentally competent, able to communicate, comprehend instructions, and build on previous experience
Must have the ability to learn and/or operate various pieces of test equipment
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Must be computer literate and use and understand basic computer skills
Required to work outdoors and in power plant environments
Must be willing and able to work considerable amounts of overtime
Subject to after-hour callouts
Successful candidate must live, or be willing to relocate, within 20 miles of the Carlsbad, NM Service Center 88220 or Hobbs, NM Service Center 88240

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Long-term disability (LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee recognition program
Pension
401(k) plan
Vacation
Holidays
Sick Time
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
Opportunities to grow
Meaningful rewards, recognition, and support