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The role of a Service Technician directly supports the company's mission by ensuring the safe and efficient operation of wind turbine generators, which are integral to producing 100% renewable energy. Service Technician help ensure the reliability and performance of clean power plants by maintaining high standards of safety, quality, customer service, and by supporting planned and unplanned maintenance, and system upgrades. Communicating effectively with Site Leads and/or Site Managers to achieve resolution for technical and/or commercial customer concerns is essential. All assignments will be performed using proper methods while adhering to documentation standards and all daily activities accomplished will be reported within Movilizer to capture all hours worked, materials used, and detailed steps taken during WTGs interventions.
Job Responsibility:
Repair and maintain wind turbine generators and related equipment at the wind farm
Support 24/7/365 wind farm operations, including rotating shifts, overtime, and on-call duties
Conduct, support and review safety analyses of energy sources, electrical and mechanical hazards before and while performing any work assignment on the wind farm, wind turbines, switch room, and O&M Building
Assist in Root Cause Analyses to determine equipment failures
Complete and maintain accurate documentation for corrective and preventive maintenance
Perform preventative maintenance activities safely and efficiently 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 a safe manner
Maintain tools and equipment properly
Maintain required training certifications and qualifications
Complete Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), JSEA's, and job-specific documentation that is required to conduct safe maintenance and repairs
Read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics
Use computer skills, including MS Office
Organize and prioritize work, meet deadlines, and prepare plans and reports
Demonstrate commitment to professionally representing the company and strengthening the positive reputation of Nordex North America
Perform other assigned responsibilities
Requirements:
High school diploma preferred OR an equivalent combination of experience, technical training, and safety certifications
Certification or degree in wind, technical, or engineering field preferred
0-1 year of wind experience
Ability to be certified to work with medium and high-voltage equipment
Experience working with hand and power tools
Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to climb vertical ladders, work at heights of 100 meters (300+ feet), and move and manipulate up to 23kg (50 pounds)
Maintain required training certifications
Ability to travel domestically and internationally for work and training
Ability to work in various environments and conditions, including confined spaces, adverse and extreme weather conditions including by not limited to heat, cold, humidity, noise, in the dust, pollen, weeds, and grass
Fieldwork in a wind farm environment primarily during normal business hours. However, the site operates 24/7/365 and may require flexibility to work rotating shifts, overtime, and participating in an on-call schedule
Willingness to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and on short notice during outages
Meet the weight requirement 120kg (265 lbs.) or less to safely utilize climbing equipment and climbing gear
Use safety equipment, including eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted
Pass a pre-employment physical to ensure the ability to perform job functions safely
Assist in all areas of facility operations as directed by the Site Manager
Ability to work in Canada with no Company sponsorship and have the able to travel to the US for On-boarding & Training
Ability to successfully complete all Canadian regulatory laws surrounding pre-employment screening requirements
Willing to travel approximately 10% for training and to assist other wind farm sites when needed
Ability to travel to the wind farm safely within 45 minutes in the event of an emergency
Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver's license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy
Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies
Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards
Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats
Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment
Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members
Nice to have:
High school diploma
Certification or degree in wind, technical, or engineering field
0-1 year of wind experience
What we offer:
Basic Life and AD&D
Dependent Life
Optional Life & Spousal Optional Life
Optional AD&D
Weekly Indemnity
Long Term Disability
Extended Health Care
Dental Care
RRSP Match - up to $5k based upon what you contribute