Wind Turbine Technician

ACCIONA Energía; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks a Wind Turbine Technician to perform maintenance and repair on wind turbine generators. The role requires safety compliance, technical skills, and the ability to work in diverse environments. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, including performance bonuses and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

5% Annual Performance Bonuses

5% Availability bonus

On-call pay at 1.5x base rate

Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1

$50 monthly reimbursement for health-related memberships

Participation in Technician Progression Program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work at heights of 100 meters.
• Maintain required training certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair and maintenance on wind turbine generators.
• Conduct safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Complete required documentation associated with maintenance.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Ability to travel

Ability to work independently

Flexibility to work overtime

Ability to work in adverse conditions

Education

High school education or equivalent

College degree

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

Mission:

Independently perform complex operational tasks in his/her unit/department, in keeping with the instructions provided by his/her supervisor, in order to satisfy the sites needs.

Job Description

• Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair and maintenance on wind turbine generators and related equipment at wind farm
• Conduct and review safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards in the wind turbines, switch room, and the O&M building
• Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur
• Complete required and accurate documentation associated with corrective and preventive maintenance of wind turbines and associated equipment; maintain records of documentation
• Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and/or retrofit low to medium voltage electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components and equipment associated with wind turbines and the wind farm
• Perform preventative maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner on wind turbines and associated equipment located on the wind farm
• Utilize appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in safe manner
• Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources prior to and while performing any work assignment on the wind farm
• Properly maintain tools and equipment used to perform assigned maintenance assignments
• Maintain required training certifications and qualifications as to enable personnel to safely perform work related tasks in a quality matter
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Required Skills and Competencies

• High school education or equivalent, college degree a plus
• Ability to travel to domestic and international locations for work and/or training for extended periods of time
• Flexibility to work overtime and rotating shifts as required
• Previous experience working with hand and power tools
• Able to work independently in a fast paced team environment
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds, climb vertical ladders and work at heights of 100 meters
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, and in adverse and extreme weather conditions, and in confined spaces
• Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high voltage equipment
• Maintain required training certifications
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to safely travel to the wind farm within 45 minutes in the event of an emergency
• Ability to obtain a valid Passport
• Bilingual English/French is a must.

Working conditions

Our technicians are provided with the necessary tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform their duties safely and efficiently, along with a uniform allowance. Technicians also receive GWO training and certifications to ensure compliance with industry standards. Additionally, all our turbines are equipped with lifts to assist with elevated tasks.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a range of attractive employment incentives:

• Base Pay: $24.84 - $ 31.46 p/hr (based on experience, education, and skillset)
• 5% Annual Performance Bonuses
• 5% Availability bonus
• On-call pay at 1.5x your base rate.
• Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including supplementary medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus the Group Retirement Savings Plan.
• RRSP with company match and after 90 days
• 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 12 public holidays.
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment
• Participation in the Technician Progression Program, which provides the necessary technical and industry certification training to support your career growth and compensation advancement as a technician
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program), includes free counseling and resources to support personal/family situations

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Distribution, and Engineering

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy

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