Lead Protection and Controls (P&C) Technician

Shermco Industries; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading electrical testing organization as a Lead Protection and Control Technician. This role involves the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of protective relay equipment and communication systems. You'll work in a dynamic environment, ensuring the safety and functionality of electrical power systems while collaborating closely with clients. With a focus on technical training and career development, this position offers a robust benefits package and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the electrical field. If you're passionate about electrical systems and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Industry leading overtime program

Robust benefits package

401k with company match

Annual performance reviews

Technical training programs

Leadership training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with protective relay equipment installation and testing.
• Knowledge of P&C procedures and RTU/SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and maintain protective relay equipment and communication processors.
• Perform functional testing for protection and control circuitry.

Skills

Relay testing

Function testing

Protection scheme troubleshooting

Communication with clients

RTU/SCADA testing

Technical documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in electrical systems

Tools

SEL microprocessor relays

GE microprocessor relays

RTUs and communication processors

Job description

Since 1974, Shermco has become North America’s largest and fastest growing NETA-accredited electrical testing organization. Our focus is to make sure electrical power systems are functioning properly and safely. Add to that our Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, and Field Repair and local Repair Service Centers, places Shermco in a position to handle all things electrical. All done with an emphasis on safety and client service. That’s why we say… if it’s in the electrical power system, Shermco does it.

Backed by Gryphon Investors, a leading private equity firm focused on profitably growing and competitively enhancing middle-market companies in partnership with experienced management, Shermco is poised for the next decade and beyond.

Shermco US is seeking a Lead Protection and Control Technician.

Protection and Controls (P&C) Technician

Why Shermco:

• Industry leading overtime program - rate structure which pays lucratively
• Robust benefits package for employees and family which includes dental, vision, disability insurance, and medical insurance as low as $1 per week
• Retirement and savings programs with company match (401k and health savings account)
• Eligibility for annual performance and pay reviews
• Eligibility for various bonus / incentive programs
• Shermco invests in employees by offering technical training (full scale internal workforce development program) and leadership training and career tracks

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.

Required Education/Experience:

• P&C procedures
  • Relay testing
  • Test plan building
  • Function testing
  • End to end testing
  • Protection scheme troubleshooting with drawings and relay settings
  • Communicate with client about daily testing activities, schedules, anticipated roadblocks, material/testing issues, etc.
• RTU/SCADA testing
  • Checkout and prove RTU points
  • Analogs
  • Commands
  • Statuses

Other 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER | DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug-free workplace.