Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician

Shermco Industries is seeking a Protection and Control Technician.

Responsibilities

• Installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of protective relay equipment, powerline carrier equipment, digital fault recorders (DFRs), remote terminal units (RTUs), and communication processors.
• Functional testing for protection and control circuitry associated with transmission lines, HV bus, transformer, circuit breaker, feeder, reactors, and capacitor banks.
• RTU and telecom upgrades for various clients.
• Work with SEL microprocessor relays such as 311C, 311L, 387, 411L, 421, 487B, 487E, 487V, 587, 587Z, and 787.
• Work with GE microprocessor relays such as C30, D60, F35, L90, T35, and T60.
• Operate various RTUs and communication processors from manufacturers including GE, Telvent, SEL, Cooper, and Novatech.
• Accurately review, document, and submit test reports for client reporting and regulatory purposes.
• Interpret one‑line, three‑line, wiring, schematic diagrams, and communication configurations, identifying and reporting discrepancies.
• Complete time and expense reports and maintain the assigned company vehicle in good condition.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in the electrical testing industry with a focus on protection and control equipment, RTUs, and telecom for HV utility, co‑op, power generation, federal, or municipal clients.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Technology, technical school diploma, or military experience (Army Prime Power or Navy Nuclear electrical program).
• Experience with transmission and distribution relays from SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse.
• Experience with substation RTUs, communication processors, and telecom equipment for both brownfield and greenfield projects.
• Experience scoping, scheduling, and budgeting protection and control, RTU, and telecom projects for internal and external entities.
• Project management experience for protection and control teams working in HV substations for utility clients.
• Familiarity with NERC CIP requirements.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and drive regularly (with or without reasonable accommodations).
• Pass a fit‑for‑duty physical exam when required.
• Pass pre‑employment drug test and periodic unannounced drug tests.
• Pass a pre‑employment background check covering the past 7 years.
• Valid driver’s license and meet minimum motor vehicle insurability standards.
• Complete and pass 30‑hour OSHA training.
• Ability to work in a field environment subject to changing outdoor conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed and travel extensively to client locations.
• Fluent reading, writing, and speaking ability in English.

Pay

USD $40.00 – $50.00 per hour.