Renewable Energy Technician 2 [On-Site]

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •High school Diploma or equivalent
• •1 to 2 years related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• •Must meet Qualified Electrical Worker standards
• •Must possess a valid current driver's license
• •Must successfully meet organizational requirements to operate motor vehicles
• •Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic components of wind turbines/photovoltaic power and energy storage systems
• •Familiar with CSA Z462 / NFPA 70E
• •Ability to identify the appropriate PPE required for specific tasks and environments
• •Basic understanding of schematics
• •Ability to use a multi-meter correctly
• •Basic computer knowledge
• •Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
• •Good verbal and written communication skills
• •Ability to understand, read, write, and speak clearly in French
• •Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and structures to heights more than 91 meters (300 feet)
• •Ability to work at heights, including climbing up and descending towers, entering nacelles and hubs at extreme heights
• •Ability to work in an electrical-mechanical environment
• •Ability to be comfortable with working in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, and rain
• •Ability to be comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces
• •Must be able to stand, crouch, walk, and work for extended periods of time
• •Must be able to operate company vehicles (field trucks) on site and on public roads and highways
• •Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
• •Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• •Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• •Must possess good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for working with small parts and tools
• •Must possess good vision and hearing to frequently detect potential hazards and communicate effectively with team members
• •Must be able to work in an electrical-mechanical environment
• •Must be able to work on platforms or skids
• •Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• •Must be able to work eight (8) hours a day, forty (40) hours a week
• •Must be able to work overtime and night shifts as required
• •Must be able to work outside business hours when needed
• •Must be able to attend safety and technical training required for this position
• •Must be able to successfully complete applicable safety and technical training program for the entry level technician
• •Must be able to properly complete Job Safety Assessments
• •Must be able to apply LOTOs by following LOTO plans & procedures
• •Must be able to identify & report all safety hazards on jobsite
• •Must be able to suggest improvements
• •Must be able to attend safety meetings
• •Must be able to participate in the 24hr/weekly On Call rotation
• •Must be able to work in the renewable asset field
• •Must be able to work in the office environment
• •Must be able to utilize computers
• •Must be able to use phones
• •Must be able to use general office equipment
• •Must be able to complete daily work orders
• •Must be able to track time
• •Must be able to complete any other required paperwork for the specific project/assignment
• •Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions, including cold, heat, rain, wind, etc
• •Must be able to work with high voltage and stored energy
• •Must be able to work with moving mechanical parts and vibration
• •Must be able to work in confined spaces
• •Must be able to work with noise levels that are usually moderate
• •Must be able to work at heights more than 91 meters (300 feet)
• •Must be able to enter nacelles and hubs at extreme heights
• •Must be able to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, and rain
• •Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• •Must be able to wear life-saving fall-arrest equipment
• •Must be able to have a maximum employee weight (for Wind only) that does not exceed 285 lbs
• •Must be able to have employee weight subject to review at any time throughout employment
• •Must be able to have employee weight required annually at a minimum
• •Must be able to work in the Cayuga, Ontario, Canada location
• •Must be able to attend a mandatory four (4) week training and certification course at the start of their employment
• •Must be able to travel to Albert Lea, MN
• •Must be able to accommodate travel, accommodation, and expenses provided for training