Technician I - East Canada

Posted 01 February 2024

Requisition ID 46199

Location(s)

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CA

Work experience Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker

Type of position Full-Time

Job Family Field Operations

Vestas Canadian Wind Technology, Inc.

Technician I

Multibrand / Repair

Traveling position that would be based in and around your geographical region. We are hiring throughout all of Canada, and you could also potentially travel throughout North America.

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 major correctives on a wide variety of wind turbine platforms/brands. During a typical day, you will work at heights and in confined spaces, while being exposed to the elements of weather. This is a regional travel position, requiring up to 90% travel per year. You will travel throughout the region in which you are located with potential travel to other provinces across Canada, if needed. You will be based out of one of several Vestas sites in Canada.

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 must have a high school dipolma or equivalent and you will bring at least 1 year of wind experience or a wind certificate or transferrable mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work background

✓ Lead and perform component retrofits and upgrades and experience calling cranes, tracking time, tooling, parts, daily logs and all Vestas assets accurately on a daily basis

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

✓ Travel Incentives

✓ 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.

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.

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