Top 345 electric utility Jobs in tennessee

Lead Relay Technician
Service Electric Company, a Quanta Services Co —Chattanooga, TN
- $123 - $1,234 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- 7 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Strategic Account Manager - Utility & Infrastructure Segment
CNH Industrial —Nashville, TN
- $113,800 - $174,475 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Marketing
- Analysis skills
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Mueller Water Products —Chattanooga, TN
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Manufacturing
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Journeyman Electrician
Gaylor Electric —Nashville, TN
- Overtime
- 6 years
- Construction site
- Basic math
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Traveling Journeyman Electrician
Gaylor Electric —Chattanooga, TN
- Overtime
- 6 years
- Construction site
- Basic math
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Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Electrical Transformers (JC876)
ilocatum —Memphis, TN
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Senior level
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Assembly
Morgan Olson —Loudon, TN
- Full-time
- Local
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Mountain Bike Technician - WildSide - Seasonal
ANAKEESTA —Pigeon Forge, TN
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Mechanic experience
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
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Facilities Locator
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division —Memphis, TN
- $29.77 - $31.40 an hour
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Paid time off
12d
Utility Locator
USIC —Crossville, TN
- $20 an hour
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Fuel card
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8d
Manufacturing Associate - Dyersburg
ERMCO —Dyersburg, TN
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Electrical Helper
Gaylor Electric —Chattanooga, TN
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Basic math
- Residential
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Service Advisor III
Nashville Electric Service —Nashville, TN
- $40.77 - $57.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Computer skills
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Plant Operator
Knoxville Utilities Board —Knoxville, TN
- $25.00 - $36.78 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
- Laboratory experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Technical Trainer - Electrical & Switchgear
Industrial Electric Manufacturing —Franklin, TN
- $110,000 - $150,000 a year
- Remote
- Classroom
- 5 years
- Mid-level
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OHE Laborer/Groundman
MasTec Utility Services —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Construction site
- CDL A
- High school diploma or GED
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Right of Way Relocation Agent
ORC —Tennessee
- $78,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 6 years
- Microsoft Outlook
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Right of Way Agent
ORCA Public Sector - TN 42 —Tennessee
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Apprentice Lineman C
MasTec Utility Services —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- CDL A
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Construction Coordinator
ITG Communications —Crossville, TN
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
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Lead Relay Technician

Service Electric Company, a Quanta Services Co -
Chattanooga, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$123 - $1,234 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Customer communication
Customer service
Project coordination
OSHA 10
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Construction industry experience
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Crew management

Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Relay Technician is an advanced-level technical position responsible for leading and performing the testing, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning of protective relaying systems and associated control equipment with minimal supervision. This role serves as the designated crew leader on assigned projects and is responsible for ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all customers, industry, and company standards. Lead Relay Technician is encouraged to recommend measures to improve field service operations, technical execution, crew productivity, and customer service. The Lead Relay Technician may be assigned work individually or as part of a larger electrical substation, transmission, distribution, generation, or industrial power project.

Lead Relay Technician reports directly to the Relay Operations Manager and works closely with engineers, project managers, customers, and field personnel. This position provides direct oversight, coordination, and mentorship to Relay Technician I, II, III and Senior personnel assigned to the project.

Effective communication with Relay Operations Manager and Relay Supervisor is required throughout active projects and when awaiting assignment and/or standby time.

Often requires extensive travel and non-standard schedules at field locations with exposure to varying environmental conditions.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Lead the testing, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning of protective relaying systems, including but not limited to:
Transmission and distribution line protection schemes
Transformer differential and restricted earth fault protection
Bus differential schemes
Breaker failure and transfer trip schemes
Generator and motor protection systems
Reclosing, synchronizing, and transfer schemes
Microprocessor-based relays and networked protection systems
Serve as the on-site lead responsible for crew safety, daily work planning, and execution of assigned scope of work.
Perform and oversee:
End-to-end relay testing
Primary and secondary injection testing
Functional and logic verification
Trip and close circuit validation
DC system testing and verification
Point-to-point wiring checks
Troubleshooting and root cause analysis of relay mis-operations
Review project drawings, relay settings files, and scope of work prior to and during execution.
Coordinate daily activities with project management, engineering, other trades, and customer representatives.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to Relay Technician I, II, III and Senior personnel.
Review and ensure accuracy of field reports, commissioning documentation, and as-built redlines.
Interface directly with utility engineers, project managers, and customers as the primary on-site technical representative.
Conduct and participate in job briefings, tailboard meetings, and hazard assessments.
Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, utility safety rules, and applicable OSHA requirements.
Maintain test equipment, tools, vehicles, and job site organization in a clean and serviceable condition.
Monitor project progress and communicate schedule impacts, technical concerns, safety issues, or resource needs to Relay Operations Manager, Supervisor and/or Project Manager.
Travel to job sites as required, including overnight travel and extended assignments.
Communicate clearly and professionally (written and/or verbal) regarding safety, technical issues, incidents, safety violations, or near misses.
Responsible for completed time, expense, and field service job reports using online/administrative tools or software.
Perform duties in accordance with customer, industry, and corporate laws, regulations, and standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned by Relay Operations Manager or Supervisor.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering technology or related field preferred.
7+ years of experience in relay testing, commissioning, or substation protection and control work.
Demonstrated experience leading field crews and managing relay projects
Strong understanding of AC/DC theory and power system protection fundamentals.
Advanced understanding of power system protection and coordination principle
Ability to read, interpret, and redline protection and control drawings.
Knowledge of industry standards including NETA, IEEE, ANSI, and NFPA 70E.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Ability to manage crews, schedules, and technical scope with minimal supervision.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
CPR/First Aid certification required or will be provided.

Technical Skills and Tools

Prior experience working in electrical construction, maintenance, or testing environments required.
Advanced proficiency with industry-standard relay test equipment and diagnostic tools
Familiarity with substations, control houses, and high-voltage environments preferred.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Ability to manage scheduling, documentation, and project coordination responsibilities.
Strong working knowledge of microprocessor relays, communication protocols, and networked protection systems.
Good electro-mechanical skills including the ability to operate hand tools, multi-meters, test sets, laptops, and PPE.
Familiarity with IEC 61850 configuration and testing preferred.
Proficiency with relay test equipment (e.g., Omicron, Doble, Megger or equivalent test sets).
Experience with relay settings software for major relay manufacturers.
Advanced experience with microprocessor relays and digital protection schemes.
Experience with SCADA integration and control system troubleshooting.
Competency in Microsoft Office and Windows-based software platforms.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and field tasks efficiently.

Work Environment

Field-based work with exposure to varying environmental conditions.

Extensive travel and flexible scheduling required.

NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones many be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Service Electric Company provides Equal Employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $123.00 - $1,234.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Experience:

Relay Technician: 5 years (Required)
Protection and Controls Technician: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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electric utility jobs in tennessee

Lead Relay Technician

Strategic Account Manager - Utility & Infrastructure Segment

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Journeyman Electrician

Traveling Journeyman Electrician

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Assembly

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Technical Trainer - Electrical & Switchgear

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