5+ years in electrical testing, focusing on protection and control equipment, RTUs, and telecom for utility clients.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent technical/military experience.
Experience with transmission and distribution relays (SEL, GE, ABB, Westinghouse).
Familiarity with substation RTUs and telecom equipment for various project types.
Proficient in project management for protection and control teams in HV substations.
Knowledge of NERC CIP requirements.
Responsibilities
Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relay and telecom equipment.
Conduct functional testing for protection and control circuitry on various electrical components.
Upgrade RTUs and telecom systems for diverse clients.
Review and document test reports for client and regulatory use.
Interpret and analyze electrical diagrams and configurations for discrepancies.
Complete time and expense reports and maintain company vehicle condition.
Work in field environments, adapting to changing outdoor conditions.
Benefits
Opportunity for extensive travel to client locations.
Engagement in diverse projects across HV utilities and power generation sectors.
Potential for overtime work, enhancing earning opportunities.
Full Job Description
Overview
Shermco Industries is seeking a Protection and Control Technician.
Protection and Controls (P&C) Technician
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities and Expectations:
Installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of protective relay equipment, powerline carrier equipment, digital fault recorders (DFR's), remote terminal units (RTU's), 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
Experienced with SEL microprocessor relays such as 311C, 311L, 387, 411L, 421, 487B, 487E, 487V, 587, 587Z, and 787.
Desired experienced with GE microprocessor relays such as C30, D60, F35, L90, T35 and T60.
Required experienced with various RTU's and communication processors such as GE, Telvent, SEL, Cooper, and Novatech.
Accurately reviewing, documenting, and submitting test reports used for client reporting and regulatory purposes.
Interpret one line, three line, wiring, schematic diagrams, communication configurations with ability to recognize and bring attention to discrepancies.
Accurately completes time and expense reports along with maintaining good condition of assigned company vehicle.
Qualifications
Required Education/Experience:
Ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience in the electrical testing industry with a focus working with protection and control equipment, RTU's, and telecom with HV utility, co-op, power generation, federal, or municipal clients.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Technology in similar discipline, or Technical school diploma, or military experience in either Army Prime Power or Navy Nuclear electrical program.
Experience with transmission and distribution relays to include SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse.
Experience with substation RTU's, communication processors, and telecom equipment for both brownfield and greenfield projects.
Experienced with scoping, scheduling, and budgeting process for protection and control, RTU, and telecom projects for both internal and external entities.
Experience with project management of protection and control teams working in HV substations for utility clients.
Familiar with NERC CIP requirements.
Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations
Should be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam when required
Pass pre-employment drug test, and periodic unannounced drug tests
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check with 7 year history
Have a valid drivers license and meet minimum motor vehicle insurability standards
Take and pass 30 hour OSHA training
Ability to work in a field environment subject to changing outdoor conditions
Work overtime as needed and willingness to travel extensively to client work locations
Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Pay Range
USD $50.00 - USD $75.00 /Hr.
About Shermco Industries
Shermco Industries is a leading provider of electrical testing, maintenance, and repair services for industrial and commercial customers. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas and has been in business since 1974. Shermco Industries has a team of highly trained technicians who are equipped with the latest tools and technology to provide fast and reliable service. The company's services include electrical testing, maintenance, and repair, as well as training and consulting. Shermco Industries is committed to providing its customers with the highest level of service and quality.
