Wind Turbine Technician I - Winnifred, Alberta

Vestas; Seven Persons; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sustainable energy solutions is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician I. This exciting role involves performing maintenance and troubleshooting on wind turbines, requiring a safety-focused mindset and teamwork. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical experience. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an innovative environment where your contributions can make a real difference in the renewable energy sector. Join a team dedicated to powering a sustainable future!

Benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Excellent RRSP plan

Tuition assistance

$2,500 sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work experience preferred.
• GWO certifications like BST, BTT, and ART are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled service and fault analysis on wind turbines.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces while exposed to weather.

Skills

Safety-focused mindset

Mechanical background

Hydraulic background

Electrical background

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vestas Canadian Wind Technology, Inc.
Wind Turbine Technician I
Winnifred, Alberta
Offering $2,500 Sign On Bonus - Details below

At Vestas, we’re not just offering you a job, but an opportunity to elevate your career. If you’re equipped with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO), consider yourself already one step ahead! To show our appreciation for the expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD / $3,300 CAD sign-on bonus.

Who We Are

At Vestas, we live our company values of Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity and Passion. In an innovative and evolving industry, we change quickly to meet the needs of our customers. Our motivation is to preserve the environment through sustainable energy solutions. If this aligns with your values and enthusiasm, we want to hear from you!

A DAY IN THE LIFE

In this position you’ll use your skills and experience to perform scheduled service, fault analysis/troubleshooting, and potential main component or blade work on wind turbines. During a typical day, you will work at heights and in confined spaces, while being exposed to the elements of weather. At the site near Winnifred, Alberta, you will typically have shifts 5 days a week at 8-10 hours a day, but you also will have an on-call rotation schedule for off-work hours (weekends). The team here normally works in teams of 2-3 and typically will climb 1-2 turbines a day. You may be expected to travel up to 50% of the work year to work at other site locations or attend training.

More About You

1. You will need a safety-focused mindset and your positive attitude will contribute to your ability to work in a team environment, while being motivated and taking initiative in daily tasks.
2. You can identify solutions to issues with process of elimination.
3. You will bring a high school diploma or equivalent and you will bring 1-2 years of transferrable mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work background or a wind school certification.
4. An agricultural background or work experience is a great transferrable avenue to this entry level service technician position with Vestas.

What You’ll Receive

We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including:

1. Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision.
2. Paid Time Off (PTO) policies.
3. Excellent RRSP plan.
4. Tuition assistance.

It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and individuals with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.