Journeyman Systems Technician: System Protection

Western Farmers Electric Cooperative; Elk City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Farmers Electric Cooperative is seeking a Journeyman/Systems Technician - System Protection to install, maintain, and calibrate metering and relaying equipment for reliable transmission. The role supports system protection and may involve other duties as needed within a team environment.

The position requires knowledge of EMS/SCADA, substation automation, and a commitment to safety, with hands-on testing and contractor supervision as part of responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent; five years related experience or apprenticeship in system protection.
• Experience with metering, protective relays, EMS/SCADA systems.
• Ability to work safely and comply with OSHA policies.
• Must have a valid state driver's license and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, calibrate metering, relays, and substation automation.
• Test and commission equipment; document results for NERC compliance.
• Coordinate with Operations and contractors for safe installation.
• Support communications functions as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent in a related field

Five years of directly related experience or apprentice training

Tools

Metering

Relaying

EMS/SCADA

Substation automation

Job description

Western Farmers Electric Cooperative is seeking a Journeyman/Systems Technician - System Protection to install, maintain, and calibrate metering and relaying equipment for reliable transmission. The role supports system protection and may involve other duties as needed within a team environment.

The position requires knowledge of EMS/SCADA, substation automation, and a commitment to safety, with hands-on testing and contractor supervision as part of responsibilities.