Wind Technician

Description

The position is responsible for on‑site operations, maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement at a wind‑powered generation plant under the direction of the Facility Manager. Duties include operating and maintaining turbines and balance‑of‑plant equipment, reading schematics to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, and performing component repairs according to manufacturer requirements. The role also requires compliance with environmental health and safety programs, execution of preventive maintenance per OEM and Pattern Energy practices, operation of service vehicles, tool upkeep, and data collection for plant reporting.

• Operate and maintain wind turbines, substations, transmission lines, and balance‑of‑plant equipment.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs or replace components per manufacturer specifications.
• Follow all project environmental health and safety programs.
• Conduct preventive maintenance according to OEM and Pattern Energy practices.
• Operate service vehicles and keep tools organized and serviceable.
• Collect operational data and prepare required plant reports.
• Climb 80 + meter steel towers daily to access nacelle and hub.
• Lift items up to 100 lb and meet a weight limit of 265 lb.
• Work overtime, holidays, weekends, and participate in an on‑call schedule.
• Perform duties in adverse weather and around low/medium voltage equipment.

Requirements

Applicants need at least a one‑year college or technical certificate, or equivalent wind‑industry experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to climb 80‑meter steel towers daily. Physical requirements include lifting up to 100 lb and meeting a weight limit of 265 lb, while advanced computer skills are needed for diagnostics and reporting. Candidates must be willing to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and on‑call schedules, and to operate in adverse weather and around low/medium voltage equipment. Preferred experience includes power plant or wind plant operations, turbine power converter expertise, and medium/high‑voltage switching. Compensation ranges from $27.00 to $34.00 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package, with Pattern Energy being an equal‑opportunity employer.

• Read schematics to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Hold a one‑year college or technical certificate, or equivalent wind‑industry experience.
• Possess a valid driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record.
• Utilize advanced computer skills for diagnostics, reporting, and facility control systems.
• Apply knowledge of heavy equipment, crane, rigging, and electronic testing tools.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance