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Protection & Control Technician I (P&C Tech I)
Experience Level: 03 Years
Location: Montgomery AL 36109 Contract- 1 YearClient- Alabama Power
Position Overview: The Protection & Control Technician I supports the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of protection and control systems used in power substations. This entry-level role is ideal for candidates with foundational electrical knowledge seeking hands-on experience in utility and substation environments. The position requires strong technical aptitude, the ability to interpret electrical schematics, and a commitment to safety and operational reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Protection & Control Systems
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot protection and control relaying systems
  • Install and program microprocessor relays and related control devices
  • Perform calibration and functional testing of protection relays
  • Support monitoring systems within substations
  • Field & Project Support
  • Assist assigned project leads with field assignments
  • Support development and maintenance of protection and control documentation
  • Maintain compliance with safety standards and operating procedures
  • Equipment & Systems Exposure
  • Work with equipment including:
  • Microprocessor relays
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
  • Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
Sensors Pumps and motorsAC and DC systems Continuous Development Maintain knowledge of current industry trends and best practices in protection and control
Required Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field preferred 03 years of experience in controls technician or related role
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
  • Working knowledge of PLCs and HMIsExperience with AC and DC systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Must live within reasonable commuting distance to assigned APC office location

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Junior

Location

Montgomery, AL

Occupation

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Industry

Electric Bulk Power Transmission and Control

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