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Relay Technician roles at utilities, grid operators, and industrial facilities qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, leading to permanent residency. Specialized electrical protection knowledge and hands-on relay testing experience strengthen your PERM sponsorship case significantly.
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About The Company:
Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Perks:
- Competitive Pay
- Talent Development – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
- Career Path Planning
- Incentives for Professional Certifications
- Competitive Per Diem for Travel
- Referral Bonuses
- Tuition Reimbursement
Position Summary:
The Relay Technician I perform electrical testing, maintenance and troubleshooting relays in electrical power stations under supervision. Your duties involve using relay test equipment and tools to test different types of relays inside the electrical substation.
Responsibilities:
- Perform entry level testing relaying equipment.
- Implement safety policies.
- Read, understand One-line, three-line, AC/DC Drawings
- Develop relay macros and testing routines with confirmation of proper protection and control design EPS and customer specifications.
- Build test plans for Overcurrent, Transformer, Bus Diff, & Distance Relay
- Understand the Logic Gates and Boolean Algebra
- Identify Polarity, Phasing, & Vectors
- Examine Different Operating Schemes
- Assist End to End testing
- Support Functional testing and Troubleshooting.
Qualifications:
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.
- Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
- Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
- Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
- Hands on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations.
- Capable of troubleshooting distribution and transmission controls circuits.
- Knowledge of relay test software.
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience installing, maintaining, testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred
- NETA certified a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.
EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws. EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.
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Job Title: Relay Technician I
About The Company:
Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Perks:
- Competitive Pay
- Talent Development – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
- Career Path Planning
- Incentives for Professional Certifications
- Competitive Per Diem for Travel
- Referral Bonuses
- Tuition Reimbursement
Position Summary:
The Relay Technician I perform electrical testing, maintenance and troubleshooting relays in electrical power stations under supervision. Your duties involve using relay test equipment and tools to test different types of relays inside the electrical substation.
Responsibilities:
- Perform entry level testing relaying equipment.
- Implement safety policies.
- Read, understand One-line, three-line, AC/DC Drawings
- Develop relay macros and testing routines with confirmation of proper protection and control design EPS and customer specifications.
- Build test plans for Overcurrent, Transformer, Bus Diff, & Distance Relay
- Understand the Logic Gates and Boolean Algebra
- Identify Polarity, Phasing, & Vectors
- Examine Different Operating Schemes
- Assist End to End testing
- Support Functional testing and Troubleshooting.
Qualifications:
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.
- Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
- Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
- Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
- Hands on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations.
- Capable of troubleshooting distribution and transmission controls circuits.
- Knowledge of relay test software.
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience installing, maintaining, testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred
- NETA certified a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.
EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws. EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Relay Technician
Document your relay testing credentials early
Gather certifications like NETA or IEEE membership, calibration records, and protective relay testing logs before applying. PERM requires your employer to define minimum job requirements, and your credentials must match exactly what they advertise.
Target utilities with active PERM filing histories
Investor-owned utilities, rural electric cooperatives, and independent power producers regularly sponsor relay technicians through PERM. Search OFLC disclosure data to confirm which employers have filed EB-3 certifications for electrical protection or substation roles recently.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-3 skilled worker
Relay Technician positions typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least two years of training. Check the O*NET occupation profile for the job zone classification your employer will likely cite in the PERM application.
Ask employers about prevailing wage before accepting offers
PERM requires your employer to pay the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job duties. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for relay or electrical protection technician roles in your target metro area.
Find green-card-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify Relay Technician employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship histories. Filtering by role and sponsorship type saves time compared to manually reviewing OFLC disclosure files for each potential employer.
Understand how USCIS priority dates affect your timeline
Once your I-140 petition is approved, your place in the green card queue is set by your priority date. For most countries outside India and China, EB-3 relay technician cases move to adjustment of status within a manageable timeframe under current USCIS visa bulletin cutoffs.
Green Card Relay Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Relay Technician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Relay Technician positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring at least two years of specialized training or experience in protective relay systems, substation protection, or power grid testing. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the role requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field and the employer can justify that requirement in the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Relay Technician?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. Unlike the H-1B visa, EB-3 has no annual lottery, so your employer's petition is processed on its own merits without a random selection event. The tradeoff is a longer overall timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status typically span two to four years for most nationalities, compared to an H-1B that can be active within months.
What does the PERM process look like for a Relay Technician employer?
Your employer files a PERM application with the DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role at the prevailing wage. The recruitment process must follow strict DOL advertising requirements. Once certified, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf. Only after I-140 approval and a current priority date can you file for adjustment of status or apply for an immigrant visa abroad.
How can I find Relay Technician jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Relay Technician roles at employers with EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship histories, filtered by location and job category. This is more efficient than reviewing raw OFLC disclosure files manually. Targeting employers who have completed PERM certifications for similar roles in the past significantly increases your chances of finding a willing sponsor.
Can my Relay Technician green card case proceed while I'm on a work visa?
Yes. Many sponsored relay technicians begin the PERM and I-140 process while working on H-1B, TN visa, or other employment-authorized statuses. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date becomes current, you file Form I-485 to adjust status without leaving the country. USCIS permits concurrent filing of I-140 and I-485 when a visa number is immediately available, which can shorten the final waiting period.