Wind Turbine Technician II - Oyen, Alberta

Vestas Canadian Wind Technology, Inc.

Wind Turbine Technician I

Lanfine / Oyen, Alberta 1hr west of Kindersley, SK and east of Hanna, AB; 3hrs from Calgary, AB

Offering $2, 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 of expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2, USD / $3, 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 this site near Oyen, Alberta, you will typically have shifts 5 days a week at 8- 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. This is a new site and for the first 6months or so you will be traveling to another site for on-the-job training, which will be covered by Vestas.

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

You will bring a high school dipolma or equivalent and you will bring 2-3years of transferrable mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work background

An agricultural background or work experience is a greate transferrable avenue to this entry level service technician position with Vestas

You will train and certify through our state-of-the-art wind technician training program

WHAT YOU’LL 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

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 recognize 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.