Wind Turbine Technician I-Vesta, Canada

Job Description

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 of 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 these sites near Barangay, Chin and Magrath, 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 30% of the work year to work at other site locations or attend training.

More About You

• 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
• You can identify solutions to issues with process of elimination
• 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
• An agricultural background or work experience is a great transferrable avenue to this entry level service technician position with Vestas

What You Receive

We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including: ✓ Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision ✓ Paid Time Off (PTO) policies

Excellent RRSP plan

• Tuition assistance
• 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 of expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD / $3,300 CAD sign-on bonus.