Wind Service Technician Jobs

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Performs technical, mainly pre-defined tasks for accomplishing defined service delivery work for customer equipment.

• Performs mainly pre-defined, technical tasks (for example, basic commissioning of products and systems, integration of components to a system, basic engineering, maintenance jobs) and work packages on-site and remotely.
• Coordinates and accomplishes defined service operations and/or resolves product issues for customers equipment.
• Adheres to defined processes and applicable regulations.
• Supports in generating sales leads for pre-defined service offers and contributes to planning activities.
• Supports customer remotely and onsite, and provides 2nd and 3rd level user support in case of arising issues.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot errors on wind turbine
• Provide excellent service to our customers
• Able to expand technical ability
• Escalate technical issues to supporting engineering functions
• The working environment entails working inside the wind turbine enclosure at an elevated height of ~ 300 feet
• Ability to think clearly and maintain composure during stressful and or hazardous situations is a critical ability to working in confined spaces
• Participate in the development of new improved field procedures and best practices
• Extensive training and testing will be provided covering safety and technical job requirements
• Although this position will have a home wind farm site, it will at times require supporting other sites across Canada, as needed
• Physical requirements of the job include but not limited to: Ladder climbing minimum 250 steps, up stair climbing, standing for long periods, walking, lifting, bending, twisting, work above shoulders, pushing, pulling, exposure to vibration, chemicals, confined spaces and extreme weather conditions
• Capable of efficiently taking on additional roles and responsibilities at an operating wind farm
• Service and maintenance of wind turbines

Required Knowledge/ Skills, Education, And Experience

• Must be eligible to hold a valid Passport
• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills are required
• Strong ability to organize and plan daily/weekly work with a high level of quality orientation
• Be self-motivated, able to think quickly and address issues as they arise
• Must be legally able to work in Canada
• Flexible travel schedule
• Must pass a physical administered by a medical practitioner to ensure ability to safely perform the job functions and meet the physical demands of the position
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in a team environment
• Physically and mentally able to work suspended from heights and in confined spaces
• Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less as required by the safety regulations
• Good computer skills, is competent in the use of Microsoft platforms like Outlook and Excel
• Driving is an essential function of the job and applicants must have a valid driver’s license at the time of application with an acceptable driving record. Employees must maintain a valid license and acceptable driving record and may be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks
• Must pass pre-hire background screening

Preferred Knowledge/ Skills, Education, And Experience

• Relevant work experience or demonstrated knowledge e.g. electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, maintenance/troubleshooting in a military, industrial or automotive industry
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a mechanical, electrical or industrial field
• Certification from a Renewable Energy or Wind Technical Program
• Hands on work experience as a Wind Technician on a Wind Farm

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