Wind Turbine Technician II - Journeyperson Electrician - St. Leon, Manitoba

Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker Full-Time Field Operations

Vestas Canadian Wind Technology, Inc.

Wind Turbine Technician II - Journeyperson Electrician

St Leon, Manitoba - min from Winkler; 1hr and min from Brandon and Winnipeg, Manitoba

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 major repair on wind turbines.

During a typical day, you will work at heights and in confined spaces, while being exposed to the elements of weather. A Journeyperson / Journeyman Electrician Red Seal certification is preferred.

At this site near St Leon, MB, you will typically have shifts 5 days a week at 8- hours a day. You also will have an on-call rotation schedule for off-work hours (weekends).

This site has a long-term contract of years remaining. The team here normally works in teams of 2-3 and typically will climb 1-2 turbines a day and will travel a minimum of % per year.

This site has great opportunities to be able to grow within Vestas.

MORE ABOUT YOU

You will need a safety-focused mindset and can identify solutions to issues with process of elimination

Your positive attitude will contribute to your ability to work in a team environment, while being motivated and taking initiative in daily tasks

You will have computer skills including email, Excel, Microsoft systems, as well as Teams, and data entry into our systems

You will bring a high school diploma or equivalent as well as at least a year of wind experience OR 2-3 years of experience in transferrable mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work

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

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.