Wind Turbine Technician I - Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia Posted: 03 July 2024 Requisition ID: 48971 Location(s): Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, 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 Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia – about 75 min from Dawson Creek, BC 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 along, 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. 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 Tumbler Ridge, BC you will typically have shifts 5 days a week at 8-10 hours a day. You also will have an on-call rotation schedule for off-work hours (weekends). The team here normally works in teams of 2-3, will typically climb 1-2 turbines a day, and will travel up to 30% per year. This site is in the heart of nature itself; you will enjoy mountainous views and spectacular waterfall hikes. MORE ABOUT YOU ✓ You will need a safety-focused mindset ✓ Your positive attitude will contribute to your ability to work in a team environment, while being motivated and taking initiative in daily tasks ✓ You can identify solutions to issues with process of elimination ✓ You will have a high school diploma and will bring at least a year of wind experience or 2-3 years of transferrable mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work background WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including: ✓ 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, www.vestas.com/en/careers/job-openings About Vestas Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim 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, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings. J-18808-Ljbffr
