Protection & Controls Technician II-IV

Shermco Industries

. Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relay equipment, powerline carrier equipment, digital fault recorders, RTUs, and communication processors .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50 - $95 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in installing, testing, and maintaining protective relay equipment and RTUs, with a strong focus on project management and compliance with NERC CIP requirements. Proficient in interpreting technical diagrams and managing teams in high-voltage substations for utility clients.

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5+ Years Experience In Electrical TestingBachelor Of Science In EngineeringExperience With Transmission And Distribution RelaysFamiliarity With NERC CIP Requirements30-Hour OSHA Training

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Hard Skills

Protective Relay Equipment InstallationRTU MaintenanceTesting And CommissioningTechnical Diagram InterpretationProject Scoping And BudgetingTelecom Equipment UpgradesControl Circuitry TestingField Environment AdaptabilityTeam Management In HV SubstationsClient Reporting And Documentation

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailEffective CommunicationProblem-SolvingTime ManagementAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SEL RelaysGE RelaysABB RelaysWestinghouse RelaysCommunication ProcessorsDigital Fault RecordersPowerline Carrier EquipmentRTUs

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicensePre-Employment Background CheckFit-For-Duty Physical ExamPeriodic Drug Tests

Industry Keywords

Electrical Testing IndustryProtection And Control EquipmentTelecom EquipmentBrownfield ProjectsGreenfield ProjectsNERC CIP ComplianceUtility Clients

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relay equipment, powerline carrier equipment, digital fault recorders, RTUs, and communication processors
Functionally test protection and control circuitry for transmission lines, HV bus, transformers, circuit breakers, feeders, reactors, and capacitor banks
Perform RTU and telecom upgrades for various clients
Review, document, and submit test reports for client reporting and regulatory purposes
Interpret one-line, three-line, wiring, schematic, and communication configuration diagrams
Identify and bring attention to discrepancies in technical diagrams and configurations
Complete time and expense reports accurately
Maintain the assigned company vehicle in good condition

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in the electrical testing industry focused on protection and control equipment, RTUs, and telecom
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Technology in a similar discipline, or technical school diploma, or qualifying military experience in Army Prime Power or Navy Nuclear electrical program
Experience with transmission and distribution relays including SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse
Experience with substation RTUs, communication processors, and telecom equipment for brownfield and greenfield projects
Experience with scoping, scheduling, and budgeting protection and control, RTU, and telecom projects
Experience managing protection and control teams in HV substations for utility clients
Familiarity with NERC CIP requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and drive regularly
Ability to pass a fit-for-duty physical exam when required
Pass pre-employment and periodic unannounced drug tests
Pass a pre-employment background check with 7-year history
Valid driver's license and minimum motor vehicle insurability standards
Take and pass 30-hour OSHA training
Ability to work in a field environment subject to changing outdoor conditions
Willingness to work overtime and travel extensively to client work locations
Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry leading overtime program with lucrative rate structure
Dental, vision, disability, 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 bonus and incentive programs
Technical training and internal workforce development program
Leadership training and career tracks
Tuition reimbursement program