SkillBridge - Protection & Controls; P&C) Technician Trainee

Overview
Skill Bridge Opportunity – Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician

Shermco Industries is seeking transitioning service members to join our Skill Bridge Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician program
—a hands‑on training opportunity designed to bridge military experience into a high-demand civilian career in the electrical power industry. Must be active duty with 100-180 days remaining in service when joining Shermco.

Upon successful completion of the Skill Bridge program and transition to full-time employment, you’ll have access to:

• Industry-leading overtime program with a lucrative pay structure
• Comprehensive benefits for you and your family (medical, dental, vision, disability—with low-cost medical plans)
• Retirement and savings programs with company match (401k and HSA)
• Annual performance and compensation reviews
• Bonus and incentive opportunities tied to performance
• Ongoing technical training through our internal workforce development programs
• Defined career paths in Protection & Controls and power systems

• During the Skill Bridge program, you’ll gain hands‑on experience and exposure to the core responsibilities of a Protection & Controls Technician, including
  • Assist with the installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of protective relay systems, communication equipment, and substation controls
  • Support functional testing of protection and control systems across transmission lines, transformers, breakers, feeders, and other high‑voltage equipment
  • Gain exposure to relay technologies, including industry-leading platforms such as SEL‑411L relay and other SEL and GE relay systems
  • Learn to work with RTUs (Remote Terminal Units) and communication processors used in power system monitoring and control
  • Participate in system upgrades, including RTU and telecom improvements for various clients
  • Develop the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, including one‑lines, schematics, and wiring diagrams
  • Assist in identifying discrepancies and supporting troubleshooting efforts in the field
  • Learn how to accurately document and submit test reports for client and regulatory requirements
  • Support field operations, including tracking time, expenses, and maintaining equipment and tools
• By the end of the program, you’ll have foundational knowledge and hands‑on experience in Protection & Controls, positioning you for a full‑time role in a high‑demand technical field.

Required Education/

Experience:

We welcome candidates from all branches of service, with preference for those whose military experience translates to electrical systems, controls, or power distribution environments similar to civilian Protection & Controls work.

Strongly aligned military backgrounds include:

• Army: 12P (Prime Power), 91D (Power Generation), 25-series (signal with power exposure)
• Air Force: 3E0X1 (Electrical Systems), 3E0X2 (Power Production)
• Navy:
  Electrician's Mate, Electronics Technician
• Marine Corps: 1141 (Electrician), 1142 (Electrical Equipment Repair)

• Army: 94-series (Electronic Maintenance), 25-series (Signal/Comms)
• Air Force: 2A/3D/1D7 career fields (avionics, cyber transport, RF, systems)
• Navy:
  Fire Control man, Sonar Technician (strong troubleshooting + systems logic)
• Marine Corps: 28xx (Communications/Electronics)

• • Generator mechanics, heavy equipment, or maintenance roles with electrical troubleshooting
  • Candidates who worked on power systems, controls, or diagnostic equipment.

Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations
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