Wind Turbine Technician I - Halkirk, Alberta Posted: 18 October 2024 Requisition ID: 59563 Location: Halkirk, AB, CA Work experience: Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker Type of position: Full-Time Job Family: Field Operations Vestas Canadian Wind Technology, Inc. Wind Turbine Technician I Halkirk, Alberta – 30 min from Stettler, Alberta 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 expertise you bring, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD / $3,300 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. This site has 83 - V90 1.8 mw turbines. During a typical day, you will work at heights and in confined spaces, while being exposed to the elements of weather. You will typically have shifts 5 days a week at 8 hours a day, but you will also have an on-call rotation schedule for off-work hours (weekends). Plenty of overtime is available. The team here normally works in teams of 2-3 and typically climbs 1 turbines a day. MORE ABOUT YOU You will need a safety-focused mindset and a positive attitude that contributes to your ability to work in a team environment, while being motivated and taking initiative in daily tasks. An agricultural background or work experience is a great transferable avenue to this entry-level service technician position with Vestas. You will bring a high school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years of transferable mechanical, hydraulic, electrical work, or agricultural background. You can identify solutions to issues through a process of elimination. 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. BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process 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 power the solution for a sustainable, green energy future. About Vestas Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40 years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce that embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to creating and sustaining an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. J-18808-Ljbffr
