Protection and Control Technician, III

Jobtailor; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a field-proven Protection & Control Technician to test, commission, and troubleshoot protection and control systems across transmission, distribution, generation, renewables, and industrial facilities. You will perform relay testing on microprocessor-based platforms and lead field activities during outages and projects.

The role requires diagnosing protection schemes, interpreting schematics, and preparing detailed reports for customers and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in protection and control testing, commissioning, or maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of protective relays, AC/DC schematics, relay logic, and protection principles.

Responsibilities

• Test, commission, and troubleshoot protection and control systems for transmission, distribution, generation, renewables, and industrial facilities.
• Perform relay testing and verification on microprocessor-based platforms.
• Lead field activities during outages, maintenance, and commissioning projects.
• Prepare test procedures, technical reports, and corrective-action recommendations.
• Communicate findings to customers, engineering teams, and stakeholders.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

On-the-Job Training

Field Work Management

Technical Documentation

Test Procedures

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma

Tools

SEL Relays

AcSELerator QuickSet

IEC 61850

DNP3

Modbus

Substation Automation Systems

Job description

• Test, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot protection and control systems for transmission, distribution, generation, renewable energy, and industrial facilities
• Perform relay testing, logic verification, functional testing, and commissioning on SEL and other microprocessor-based relay platforms
• Test line, transformer, bus, breaker failure, generator, transfer trip, and communication-assisted protection schemes
• Interpret AC/DC schematics, relay logic, wiring diagrams, protection philosophies, and technical specifications
• Analyze relay event reports, oscillography, fault records, and sequence-of-events data
• Troubleshoot SCADA, communications, control, and substation automation systems
• Lead field activities during outages, maintenance programs, and commissioning projects
• Prepare test procedures, technical reports, deficiency documentation, and corrective-action recommendations
• Communicate technical findings and project updates to customers, engineering teams, and project stakeholders
• Review work and provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to junior technicians
• Perform all work in accordance with company, customer, quality, and safety requirements

Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Power and Controls, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, military training, and relevant industry experience
• Three to five years of protection and control testing, commissioning, or maintenance experience
• Strong knowledge of protective relays, AC/DC schematics, relay logic, substation control circuits, and protection principles
• Experience commissioning transmission or distribution protection schemes
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, documentation, and customer communication skills
• Ability to independently manage assigned field work while meeting safety, quality, schedule, and customer requirements
• Registration or eligibility for registration with ASTTBC preferred
• NETA certification or equivalent electrical testing experience preferred
• Experience with SEL relays, AcSELerator QuickSet, SCADA, IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, or substation automation preferred
• Current WHMIS, First Aid/CPR/AED, fall protection, confined space, or other relevant safety training preferred
• Knowledge of CSA Z462 or equivalent electrical safety standards preferred
• Ability to travel throughout British Columbia and occasionally to other locations in Canada, including overnight or extended assignments
• Availability to work overtime, evenings, weekends, or statutory holidays when required
• Valid driver’s licence and driving record meeting company and insurer requirements
• Ability to work safely in substations, industrial facilities, construction environments, and outdoor conditions
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and perform the essential duties, with reasonable accommodation where required
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, crouch, and lift or move equipment weighing up to 23 kilograms or 50 pounds
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Successful completion of job-related screening and verification requirements may be required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting protection and control systems, with a strong focus on protective relays and substation automation. Proficient in analyzing technical documentation and communicating findings effectively to stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Protection And Control Testing
• Relay Testing And Commissioning
• SCADA Troubleshooting
• Technical Documentation Preparation
• Customer Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Protective Relays
• AC/DC Schematics
• Relay Logic
• Substation Control Circuits
• Transmission Protection Schemes
• Functional Testing
• Logic Verification
• Fault Analysis
• Technical Report Writing
• Field Work Management

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Communication Skills
• Team Leadership
• On-the-Job Training

Certifications & Qualifications

• NETA Certification
• WHMIS
• First Aid/CPR/AED
• Fall Protection Training
• Confined Space Training

Industry Keywords

• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Electrical Power And Controls
• CSA Z462
• Safety Standards
• Field Activities

Tools & Technologies

• SEL Relays
• AcSELerator QuickSet
• IEC 61850
• DNP3
• Modbus
• Substation Automation Systems