Technician I- Red Seal Certification - 2 openings

Description

As a Wind Site Technician you will ensure turbines operate reliably by performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and addressing system issues. You will work alongside a team to keep clean energy flowing to local communities, regardless of your prior background in wind, electrical, mechanical, or heavy‑machinery sectors.

• Perform basic mechanical installations, repairs, and upgrades on wind turbines.
• Follow and enforce safety protocols, including conducting safety inspections.
• Collaborate with team members to improve turbine performance and share best practices.
• Document work activities and continuously refine operational processes.
• Accurately time‑code all tasks to support tracking of duration and efficiency.
• Maintain a safety‑first mindset and apply best practice standards.

Requirements

The role requires physical stamina, including the ability to stand, walk, climb ladders up to 100 m, lift up to 50 lb, and work in varying weather conditions while maintaining hearing, visual acuity, manual dexterity, and compliance with safety certifications such as LOTO, fall arrest and confined‑space training.

• Demonstrate curiosity, motivation, and a willingness to grow in the wind energy field.
• Use tools proficiently and adhere to detailed procedural guidelines.
• Work effectively in collaborative environments and communicate in English.
• Possess physical fitness to operate in various conditions and at heights up to 100 m.
• Hold a high school diploma (or equivalent), a valid driver’s licence, and legal authorization to work in Canada without sponsorship.
• Receive GWO Safety & Technical training and all necessary PPE from Vestas.

Benefits

The Wind Turbine Technician – Red Seal Electrician position is based in St. Leon, Manitoba, offering an hourly rate of $43–$45 depending on experience and a valid Red Seal Electrical Certificate.

Vestas invests in employee growth by providing comprehensive training programs, including GWO Safety & Technical Training, and supplies all required personal protective equipment and tools for safe operation.

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage for you and your family, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, RRSP matching, life and disability insurance, and a strong safety‑focused, inclusive workplace that supports career progression and certification‑based pay growth.

Base compensation ranges from $43 to $45 per hour, with additional performance bonuses and variable pay tied to experience and qualifications.

• Enjoy supplemental health benefits for you and your family.
• Receive paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and opportunities for career progression.
• Benefit from RRSP matching, life insurance, disability coverage, and a strong safety culture.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance