Wind Farm Technician

Wind Farm Technician focuses on maintain electrical substation equipment at wind farms and hydroelectric central power as needed.

What the role involves

• Maintain electrical substation equipment at wind farms and hydroelectric central power as needed.
• Maintaining a record of unplanned production shutdowns in the asset management system.
• Supporting operations on an on-call rotation basis.
• Supporting operations in the replacement of major components with the manufacturer.
• Assisting and participate in site visits by employees, partners, and the general public.

Skills and requirements

• DEP in Electromechanics or equivalent training.
• Knowledge of maintenance and electronic testing equipment (e.g., multimeter, hydraulic torque wrench and various manual and power tools).
• Able to regularly climb 100-meter towers to perform work in the nacelle and hub.
• Able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 60 lb and occasionally lift items weighing up to 100 lb.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving

Additional role context

• Our client, a wind energy producer, is looking for a Wind Farm Technician.
• Replace mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and control components according to manufacturer specifications.
• Perform inspections and corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on wind farm.