Job Description

Controls Technician I

Experience Level: 0–3 Years
Location: Hueytown AL, 35023
Contract- 1 Year

Client-Alabama Power

The Controls Technician I supports the installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of protection and control systems used in power substations. This entry-level technical role is ideal for candidates with foundational electrical knowledge who are seeking hands-on experience in utility protection and control environments.

The position requires strong troubleshooting skills, 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 and associated devices
• Install, program, and maintain microprocessor relays and related control equipment
• Perform calibration of protection and control relays and devices
• Support monitoring systems for substation protection

Field & Technical Support

• Assist assigned project leads with field assignments
• Support creation and maintenance of protection and control documentation
• Participate in process hazard analyses (PHA)
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures and regulatory standards

Equipment & Systems Exposure

Work with equipment including:

• Microprocessor relays
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
• Sensors
• Pumps and motors
• AC and DC systems

Continuous Development

• Stay informed on current industry trends and best practices in protection and control systems

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field preferred
• 0–3 years of experience in a controls technician or similar role
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Working knowledge of PLCs and HMIs
• Experience with AC and DC systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Must live within a reasonable commute to the assigned APC office location