Lead P&C Field Technician

RMS Energy • Denver, CO

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About The Position

RMS Energy is seeking a Lead P&C Field Technician to support critical substation protection and control systems at utility, industrial, and energy infrastructure sites. The technician works alongside field personnel to test, troubleshoot, and commission relays, communication systems, and power equipment. The role includes overseeing installation, testing, maintenance, and commissioning work; coordinating field testing and validation; maintaining accurate project records; enforcing safety requirements; and communicating with clients, engineers, and project managers. The position also supports field evaluations, quality assurance, project reviews, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years of experience in relay testing, commissioning, calibration, and maintenance of protection and control systems in substation environments.
• Expertise in three-phase power systems, protection and control schemes, CT/PT theory, and substation control wiring.
• Experience with Omicron, Doble, Megger, or equivalent advanced test equipment and related software.
• Working knowledge of IEEE, NERC PRC, OSHA 1910.269, and utility-specific commissioning standards.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience testing, commissioning, or troubleshooting protection and control systems.
• Experience with SCADA, integration or automation systems, or substation commissioning.
• Exposure to both union and non-union environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and commissioning of electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based relays, breakers, transformers, and other power system protection devices.
• Manage functional verification of breaker trip circuits, recloser logic, SCADA points, and alarm outputs.
• Coordinate testing and validation of CTs, PTs, CVTs, pilot wire, power line carrier, and fiber optic systems.
• Maintain job-specific records, including service reports, test forms, calibration logs, trip test results, and final commissioning sign-offs.
• Ensure assigned activities follow site-specific safety requirements and RMS Energy policies, including JHA forms, appropriate PPE, and LOTO protocols.
• Provide technical feedback to engineering and project management regarding field conditions, potential hazards, and discrepancies that could affect safety or commissioning timelines.
• Interface with clients during pre-job briefings, daily updates, field issue discussions, and final commissioning turnover.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other departments to meet project milestones and customer expectations.
• Perform site walkdowns, field evaluations, and risk assessments to prepare for testing and commissioning activities.
• Participate in post-project reviews and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of test procedures and verify the completeness and accuracy of submitted documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire.
• Overtime potential and merit-based raises.
• Promotion potential and career growth.
• 401(k) with company match, traditional and Roth options, and free investment guidance.
• Top-tier field equipment provided.
• Compensated travel time and per diem.
• Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program offering legal, financial, and mental wellness support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED