Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.

$71,270
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
0% projected 2024โ€“2034

What They Do

Electrical and electronics repairers who work with powerhouse, substation, and relay equipment maintain and repair the critical infrastructure that keeps electricity flowing to homes and businesses. They inspect high-voltage circuit breakers, transformers, voltage regulators, and protective relay systems to ensure these components operate safely and efficiently. Their daily work involves testing equipment using specialized diagnostic tools, identifying malfunctions, and replacing or repairing damaged parts before failures occur. They also respond to emergency breakdowns, troubleshooting problems quickly to restore power and minimize outages.

Programs That Prepare You

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Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians(bachelors)Rochester Institute of Technology, NY
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Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians(bachelors)Purdue University-Main Campus, IN
$74,981
Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians(bachelors)Indiana State University, IN
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Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians(bachelors)Purdue University Fort Wayne, IN
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Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians(bachelors)Louisiana Tech University, LA
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Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians(bachelors)LeTourneau University, TX
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$74,835

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