Wind Service Technician - Windrise
About the Role
Location Canada Alberta Calgary
- Country / Region : Canada
- State / Province / County : Ontario
- City : Stella
Remote vs. Office Office / Site only Company Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Limited Organization Labor Director Business Unit Human Resources Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Experienced Professional
A Snapshot of Your Day
Job location is Fort MacLeod, AB
This position will be for an existing which is located in Southern Alberta (Fort Macleod area.) 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.
Extensive training and testing will be provided covering safety and technical job requirements. Must be legally able to work in Canada.
Relocation may be offered for this role should it be necessary.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Responsible for the service and maintenance of Siemens Gamesa wind turbines at our Alberta Wind Turbine site
- Although this position will have a home wind farm site, it will at times require supporting other sites across Canada, as needed
- Provide excellent service to our customers, analyze and react to people in stressful hazardous situations
- Participate in the development of new improved field procedures and best practices
- Physical requirements of the job include but not limited to : Ladder climbing minimum 267 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
- Able to expand technical ability
- Capable of efficiently taking on additional roles and responsibilities at an operating wind farm
What You Bring
- Demonstrated knowledge in electrical systems including such as PLC programming and converters
- College Diploma or equivalent competency in a field related to the work of a wind farm technician ie : electrical / mechanical systems
- The candidate must demonstrate strong initiative and motivation to learn new technology and translate learning into personal success
- Excellent customer service skills and communication skills are required
- Demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in a team environment
- Strong ability to organize and plan daily / weekly work with a high level of quality orientation, ability to analyze and resolve problems independently with a high level of results orientation
- Good computer skills, is competent in the use of Microsoft platforms like Outlook and Excel
- Travel to customer sites within and outside Canada is a requirement of the job.
- Must be eligible to hold a valid Passport and Driver’s License
- Demonstrated knowledge in electrical systems including such as PLC programming and converters a plus
- College Diploma or equivalent competency in a field related to the work of a wind farm technician ie : electrical / mechanical systems a plus
- The candidate must demonstrate strong initiative and motivation to learn new technology and translate learning into personal success
- Excellent customer service skills and communication skills are required.