Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician Trainee
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1558, Belmead Lane, Irving, Dallas County, Texas, 75061, United States
About the Opportunity
Shermco Industries is seeking transitioning service members to join our SkillBridge Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician program. This hands-on training initiative is designed to bridge your military experience into a high-demand civilian career within the electrical power industry.
The program serves as a direct pathway from active duty service to full-time employment. Upon successful completion of the training and transition to a full-time role, you will join a team dedicated to maintaining critical power infrastructure. The environment offers a clear trajectory for growth, with defined career paths in Protection & Controls and power systems, alongside ongoing technical training through our internal workforce development programs.
Who We Are Looking For
We welcome candidates from all branches of service. We place a strong preference on those whose military background translates effectively to electrical systems, controls, or power distribution environments similar to civilian Protection & Controls work. Whether your experience lies in electrical generation, electronics, or mechanical roles with electrical exposure, we value the technical foundation you bring to the team.
Application & Hiring Process
To be eligible for this SkillBridge opportunity, you must be currently on active duty with 100-180 days remaining in your service when joining Shermco.
Application Instructions:
- Direct applications from agencies are not accepted. Please apply directly through Shermco channels.
- Candidates must be prepared to pass a pre-employment background check (7-year history), a drug test, and a fit-for-duty physical exam.
- A valid driver's license and meeting minimum motor vehicle insurability standards are required.
Our Commitment to Diversity
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. We are committed to fostering a drug-free workplace where talent is recognized regardless of background.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1558, Belmead Lane, Irving, Dallas County, Texas, 75061, United States
Irving, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssist with installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of protective relay systems
- check_circleSupport functional testing of protection and control systems across high-voltage equipment
- check_circleGain exposure to relay technologies including SEL and GE relay systems
- check_circleWork with RTUs and communication processors for power system monitoring
- check_circleParticipate in system upgrades including RTU and telecom improvements
- check_circleRead and interpret electrical drawings such as one-lines and wiring diagrams
- check_circleIdentify discrepancies and support troubleshooting efforts in the field
- check_circleDocument and submit test reports for client and regulatory requirements
- check_circleSupport field operations by tracking time, expenses, and maintaining equipment
Requirements
- verifiedActive duty status with 100-180 days remaining in service
- verifiedValid driver's license
- verifiedPass pre-employment drug test
- verifiedPass pre-employment background check with 7-year history
- verifiedPass fit for duty physical exam
- verifiedComplete 30-hour OSHA training
Nice to Have
Military experience in electrical systems, controls, or power distribution environments; specific backgrounds in 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 Controlman, Sonar Technician, Marine Corps 28xx (Communications/Electronics), or mechanical roles with electrical exposure such as generator mechanics, heavy equipment, or maintenance roles with electrical troubleshooting.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleComprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance with low-cost planscheck_circle401(k) and HSA retirement and savings programs with company matchcheck_circleIndustry-leading overtime program with a lucrative pay structurecheck_circleAnnual performance and compensation reviewsBonus and incentive opportunities tied to performance
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Day-to-day, the Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician Trainee at Shermco Industries will assist with installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of protective relay systems; support functional testing of protection and control systems across high-voltage equipment; gain exposure to relay technologies including sel and ge relay systems; and work with rtus and communication processors for power system monitoring.
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Shermco Industries is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Active duty status with 100-180 days remaining in service; Valid driver's license; Pass pre-employment drug test; Pass pre-employment background check with 7-year history; Pass fit for duty physical exam; and Complete 30-hour OSHA training.
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Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician Trainee at Shermco Industries is based in 1558, Belmead Lane, Irving, Dallas County, Texas, 75061, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Shermco Industries has listed this Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician Trainee role as on-site.
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Key skills for Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician Trainee at Shermco Industries include Protective Relay Systems; Communication Equipment; Substation Controls; Protection And Control Systems; Transmission Lines; Transformers; Breakers; and Feeders.
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About Shermco Industries
Shermco Industries operates within the appliances, electrical, and electronics manufacturing sector, delivering comprehensive testing, repair, and maintenance solutions for rotating apparatus and power distribution systems. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, the organization serves the light, medium, and heavy industrial base across the United States, with specialized expertise in industrial, utility, and wind generation technologies. The company manages critical assets including motors, generators, drives, switchgear, and protective equipment to ensure operational safety and reliability for its nationwide client base.
Established in 1974 in Dallas, the corporation functions through two strategic business units: the Machine Services Division and the Engineering Services Division. Shermco maintains an extensive service footprint with locations in Angleton, Austin, Cedar Rapids, Columbus, Des Moines, Houston, Minneapolis, Omaha, Port Arthur, San Antonio, Sweetwater, and Tulsa. International operations include Shermco Industries Canada, based in Regina, Saskatchewan, with additional centers in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Winnipeg.
The company employs over 1,200 full-time staff and maintains active membership in the Electrical Apparatus Service Association, American Wind Energy Association, Professional Electrical Apparatus Recyclers League, and the InterNational Electrical Testing Association. Shermco has been recognized six times as a Best Place to Work by the Austin and Dallas Business Journals, reflecting its commitment to employee satisfaction and industry standards.
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