Gearbox Repair Wind Technician, Travel

Sky Climber Renewables; Goderich; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent service provider in the renewable energy sector as a Gearbox Repair Wind Technician. In this role, you'll be responsible for inspecting and repairing gearboxes, ensuring safety and compliance while working at heights up to 300 feet. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse team committed to excellence in the wind energy industry. You'll receive competitive salaries, specialized training, and all necessary tools and equipment to succeed. If you're passionate about renewable energy and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Specialized training

Career development resources

Uniforms and safety equipment provided

Qualifications

• 24 months of wind industry technical experience preferred.
• Must maintain certifications and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform gearbox inspections and repairs on various brands.
• Prepare wind turbines for gearbox repair and follow safety protocols.
• Complete and maintain required documentation and reports.

Skills

Gearbox inspection

Gearbox repair

Technical communication

Problem-solving

Ability to work in adverse conditions

Education

ZF, Winergy or other GBX OEM inspection or repair training

Vestas or other OEM LOTO certification or training

GWO (BST, BTT, ART) Certifications

Tools

Borescopes

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

At Sky Climber Renewables, build a career with purpose and impact.

Join the nation’s #1 privately held independent service provider for commercial and utility-scale wind energy projects. With over 700 team members and operations in both the U.S. & Canada, Sky Climber Renewables serves a wide range of OEMs, asset owners, and operators across all states and provinces. Sky Climber Renewables’ diverse capabilities and geographic footprint provides an excellent future for field technicians and service professionals to grow and advance their careers. Learn more about Sky Climber Renewables at www.SKYCLIMBER-RE.com

POSITION SUMMARY

Our Gearbox Repair Wind Technicians carry out daily tasks such as performing gearbox inspections via borescope, preliminary damage assessments, and gearbox repair to include intermediate and high-speed bearings & shafts. Successful candidates will have experience with gearbox inspection, gearbox repair, and production of gearbox repair reports. They are required to climb vertically at least 300 feet. Must maintain certifications in all areas required by position. The position is 100% travel.

Qualifications

• ZF, Winergy or other GBX OEM inspection or repair training
• Vestas or other OEM LOTO certification or training
• GWO (BST, BTT, ART) Certifications preferred
• Twenty-four (24) months of wind industry technical experience preferred, specifically related to gearbox inspection and repair activities
• Work meets customer and company standards required of position and job, including following project schedules and QSE standards.
• Comply with corporate OSHA and Sky Climber Renewables policies at all times.
• Appear well-groomed, present a positive company image, and treat others with courtesy and respect.
• Work cooperatively or independently and inspires a team effort with all tasks. Communicate pro-actively.
• Service reporting, work order documents, and records will be written neatly, legibly, and completed correctly.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, multi-priority environment and to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Has knowledge of various hand and power tools.
• Work in an indoor or outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions with blowing pollen, dust, and grasses.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHAT WE OFFER?

Join one of North America’s largest privately held independent service providers. Sky Climber will provide you with the tools and resources you need to design, build, and enhance a successful career. We are committed to the success of our employees through competitive salaries, incentives, health and retirement benefits, specialized training, and continuous career development. Also provided are all necessary uniforms, tools, and safety equipment.

Sky Climber Renewables believes in strength through diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

#RENEWABLES

Responsibilities

Employees in the Gearbox Repair Wind Technician position should expect to:

• Support or Lead gearbox repair activities on all brands of gearboxes (bearing & shaft replacement)
• Prepare wind turbine for gearbox repair (LOTO, brake disc removal, etc.)
• Lead and perform various LOTO activities
• Perform gearbox inspections using various borescopes
• Understand visible signs of internal gearbox damage (spalling, white etch cracking, etc.)
• Understand basic gearbox design, theory, and sub-component parts
• Prepare gearbox repair reports in a timely and professional manner
• Climb a wind turbine vertically at least 300 feet. Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds)
• Follow specific verbal and written instructions to perform wind turbine generator (WTG) and associated equipment assembly, repair, replacement, and maintenance.
• Complete and maintain required company and client documentation and records.
• Effectively prioritize and escalate technical issues to supporting functions.
• Clean and organize tools, equipment, and work areas as required.
• Operate a motor vehicle safely and legally per the Sky Climber Renewables Employee Handbook and insurance requirements (e.g., Valid License, acceptable driving record).
• Perform other daily work requirements as directed by supervisors.
• Be exposed to high and low ambient temperatures while working outdoors.
• Maintain required training certifications for position held. These include at a minimum: OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, CPR/AED - First Aid, Basic Safety, Basic Technical, and Rescue.
• For safety compliance, wind technicians must weigh between 120 and 260 pounds, including clothing, boots, and standard personal equipment.