Travelling Wind Farm Field Service Technician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Interpret GEV manuals, specifications, bulletins, and operational instructions.

• Carry out and ensure effective maintenance and troubleshooting of assets.

• Serve as the site High Voltage Operating Authority Delegate when necessary.

• Act in the capacity of the High Voltage Operating Authority delegate as required.

• Execute high-voltage switching operations in line with site protocols.

• Utilize knowledge of electrical installation standards.

• Conduct work in accordance with Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) policies and procedures.

• Identify and report errors, violations, incidents, and issues through GEV systems.

• Stay informed about the responsibilities of a Registered Electrical Contractor.

• Supervise electrical installation and maintenance activities as needed.

• Maintain documentation using GEV software tools and databases.

• Submit engineering inquiries to address technical challenges.

• Collaborate with Management, Engineering, Sourcing, and Service Teams.

• Make decisions regarding quality conformance or non-conformance following tasks and inspections.

• Participate in an on-call schedule.

• Adhere to EHS policies and cooperate with EHS investigations and audits.

• Travel frequently to various wind farm locations to support the national fleet.

⛳️ Requirements

• At minimum, possess a registered Workers License Electrical (A-Grade or equivalent).

• A minimum of five years of prior experience in the Onshore Wind sector or a comparable heavy industry is highly valued.

• Be designated as the Electrical Supervisor in accordance with the Registered Electrical Contractors license and serve as the Nominated Qualified Supervisor - Electrical on behalf of the company.

• Understanding of fundamental AC/DC electrical circuits, with the ability to troubleshoot and perform circuit analysis (24VDC, 166VDC, 120, 230, 400, 575, 690VAC).

• Previous experience in high voltage switching and operations is required.

• Current High Voltage operating certificate or the capability to obtain one.

• Proficient in diagnosing faults in electrical and hydraulic equipment.

• Intermediate computer skills are necessary.

• Capability to climb wind turbines and perform physically demanding tasks at heights.

• Experience working in remote settings and autonomously.

• Willingness to travel more than 65% of the year.

• Desired qualifications include HRWL with Dogging, Rigging (Advanced), Forklift, EWP; CSE; GWO Advanced.

• Ability to operate across different time zones and monitor, read, and respond to communications outside standard working hours.

🏝️ Benefits

• On-call roster opportunities for weekends and nights if required or directed by management.

• Relocation Assistance Provided: No.