Apprentice​/Journeyman Systems Technician - System Protection

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Applications will be accepted through July 27, 2026 - Apply on-line at

At the option of the hiring official, this position could be filled as a Journeyman Systems Technician or as an Apprentice Systems Technician - System Protection based on experience, knowledge, education, and abilities for the position.

Under the direct supervision of the Systems Technician Supervisor, the Journeyman Systems Technician supports the electrical, electronic, and communications systems utilized to properly control, protect, and maintain the transmission system. Journeyman Systems Technicians specialize in one of the following areas but are required to support work in the other area as needed. These areas include but are not limited to electromechanical and micro-processor based relays, substation automation, and metering.

Duties include the maintenance, repair, installation, and calibration of all specialized equipment making up these and other systems.

Under the direct supervision of the Systems Technician Supervisor, the Apprentice Systems Technician Level I-V participates in the apprentice training program and supports the electrical, electronic, and communications systems utilized to properly control, protect, and maintain the transmission system. Systems Technicians specialize in one of the following areas but are required to support work in the other area as needed. These areas include but are not limited to electromechanical and micro-processor-based relays, substation automation, and metering.

Duties include the maintenance, repair, installation, and calibration of all specialized equipment making up these and other systems. The Systems Technician apprentice training program requires a minimum of five years to complete if begun at the entry level. It includes extensive on-the-job training, formal training, online training and written study, some of which must be completed outside of work hours.

Satisfactory performance and continuous progress toward completion of the program is required for continuous step progressions. Apprentices must develop sound, effective and safe work habits.

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs the duties of a Journeyman Systems Technician with emphasis on system protection or communications which include proficiency in one of the following areas:

Maintains tools, equipment, and work environment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition. Follows all safety procedures to ensure personal safety and the safety of others. Complies with all OSHA and WFEC safety rules, policies and procedures. Participates in training to maintain current knowledge and skills needed to perform job duties. Trains other personnel in the use of specifically assigned equipment as required.

Supports all Systems Technicians by performing duties in the other specialty area as required. Documents work for any NERC compliance requirements that may apply. Coordinates with Transmission Operators on clearances and switching orders to ensure safe operations.

Other duties may be assigned. Successfully completes the Systems Protection Technician apprentice training program including formal training, on-the-job training, outside education, and written study, some of which must be completed outside of work hours. Maintains tools, equipment, and work environment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition. Follows all safety procedures to ensure personal safety and the safety of others. Learns to perform and performs at a level appropriate to training, the duties of a Systems Technician with emphasis on system protection or communications which include proficiency in one of…