Wind Technician II - Ghost Pines Wind: Trochu, AB
Top Benefits
About the role
Requisition ID: 85329
NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest producer of renewable energy from wind and solar, and a global leader in battery storage. We offer energy solutions that drive economic growth, protect the environment, support communities, and help customers meet their energy needs. Ready to make a lasting impact and create a cleaner future? Join our innovative, world-class team today!
Position Specific Description Join the world’s leading generator of wind energy as a Wind Technician at NextEra Energy’s facility in Trochu, Alberta. As a Wind Technician, you will be the critical front line to ensure the safe and optimal performance of all wind farm operations. You will primarily focus on the safe execution of field-based equipment maintenance, and diagnostics, as well as long-term reliability and profitability. This role will be based at Ghost Pines Wind site in Trochu, AB. This is a non- traveling role, outside of training, no additional traveling is expected. The estimated base pay for this position is $81,750 to $97,870.00 per year. Starting pay will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, job-related and industry knowledge and skills and education/training. NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members, including 15 days of paid time off. This position does not have a fixed term end date.
Additional Duties May Include
- Implementing Operation Safety Policy Instructions, conducting fieldwork in compliance with applicable regulations, encouraging good employee safety practices, and driving an unparalleled employee safety culture
- Participating in Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projects
- Recruiting and developing other technicians for the ongoing development of the team
- Supporting site manager for all phases of timely safety and environmental reporting, financial reporting, and turbine availability
- Collaborating closely with internal NextEra users to develop and implement operation-focused feedback and solutions for planned and unplanned maintenance, improvement projects, development, and financial performance
- Presenting a positive professional representation of NextEra Energy in the community and with the customer
- Eligibility to travel to the U.S. for training is required
Join NextEra Energy’s Power Generation Team
Job Overview Employees in this role perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on wind turbines and other associated equipment. Individuals understand the mechanics, including both electrical and maintenance of hydraulics, of all wind turbine components. This position replaces mechanical and electrical components, understands schematics and uses appropriate diagnostic tools. The successful candidate will interpret fault reports, maintain power generation reports, service logs in the computer database, and monitor turbine performance and SCADA systems.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Under general supervision:
- Performs regular preventative maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment
- Completes electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting
- Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities and tooling
- Applies basic understanding of the technical and process functions
- Manages own training schedules and meets all training requirements within designated time frames
- Able to meet attendance requirements
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Grad / GED
- Experience: 1.5+ years in a technical field, OR completion of a technical certificate/degree program
- Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)
- Ability to climb a wind turbine up to 300 feet
- Post-Offer Functional Capacity Eval
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's Degree
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.
Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization: NextEra Energy Canadian Op Srv
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.
NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies . Please see our policy for more information.
About NextEra Energy
NextEra Energy is the largest generator of wind and solar energy in the world -- by 46 percent. We lead America's small but growing energy storage industry. Our capital investments at Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) have allowed us to deliver reliability that is 50 percent better than the national average while keeping typical residential customer bills nearly 30 percent lower than the national average.
NextEra Energy has been recognized often for our commitment to clean energy investment and innovation. In 2018, NextEra Energy was named No. 1 in its sector on Fortune's list of "Most Admired Companies" for the 11th time in 12 years and also ranked by Fortune among top 25 companies that "Change the World." Our investments in renewable energy and leading-edge innovative technologies are not only core to our business, but also make us a sustainable company and help deliver the benefits of America's Energy Era to a broad group of stakeholders. We are committed to respecting our environment, providing value for our customers, sustaining our communities, investing in our team and growing shareholder value.
At NextEra Energy, we believe our team is our greatest competitive advantage. We value our employees' continuous learning and development and health and well-being, and encourage a culture where innovative ideas are shared and diversity and inclusion are celebrated. In 2019, we were named to Forbes’ lists of America’s Best Employers for the fourth year in a row and Best Employers for Diversity for the second consecutive year, and we continue to invest in our team by attracting and retaining the top talent in the industry.
We’re passionate about supporting our employees’ development and empowering their success. We take pride in providing our employees with a challenging workplace and rewarding them for working together, improving every day and delivering great results.
Employees at NextEra Energy can expect to earn competitive wages and to receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes life, health, dental, and vision insurance as well as paid time off. On-site health centers provide primary and preventive care, nutritional consultations, physical therapy and ergonomic programs as well as other well-being programs. Additionally, 64 company locations have on-campus fitness centers.
Wind Technician II - Ghost Pines Wind: Trochu, AB
Top Benefits
About the role
Requisition ID: 85329
NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest producer of renewable energy from wind and solar, and a global leader in battery storage. We offer energy solutions that drive economic growth, protect the environment, support communities, and help customers meet their energy needs. Ready to make a lasting impact and create a cleaner future? Join our innovative, world-class team today!
Position Specific Description Join the world’s leading generator of wind energy as a Wind Technician at NextEra Energy’s facility in Trochu, Alberta. As a Wind Technician, you will be the critical front line to ensure the safe and optimal performance of all wind farm operations. You will primarily focus on the safe execution of field-based equipment maintenance, and diagnostics, as well as long-term reliability and profitability. This role will be based at Ghost Pines Wind site in Trochu, AB. This is a non- traveling role, outside of training, no additional traveling is expected. The estimated base pay for this position is $81,750 to $97,870.00 per year. Starting pay will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, job-related and industry knowledge and skills and education/training. NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members, including 15 days of paid time off. This position does not have a fixed term end date.
Additional Duties May Include
- Implementing Operation Safety Policy Instructions, conducting fieldwork in compliance with applicable regulations, encouraging good employee safety practices, and driving an unparalleled employee safety culture
- Participating in Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projects
- Recruiting and developing other technicians for the ongoing development of the team
- Supporting site manager for all phases of timely safety and environmental reporting, financial reporting, and turbine availability
- Collaborating closely with internal NextEra users to develop and implement operation-focused feedback and solutions for planned and unplanned maintenance, improvement projects, development, and financial performance
- Presenting a positive professional representation of NextEra Energy in the community and with the customer
- Eligibility to travel to the U.S. for training is required
Join NextEra Energy’s Power Generation Team
Job Overview Employees in this role perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on wind turbines and other associated equipment. Individuals understand the mechanics, including both electrical and maintenance of hydraulics, of all wind turbine components. This position replaces mechanical and electrical components, understands schematics and uses appropriate diagnostic tools. The successful candidate will interpret fault reports, maintain power generation reports, service logs in the computer database, and monitor turbine performance and SCADA systems.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Under general supervision:
- Performs regular preventative maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment
- Completes electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting
- Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities and tooling
- Applies basic understanding of the technical and process functions
- Manages own training schedules and meets all training requirements within designated time frames
- Able to meet attendance requirements
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Grad / GED
- Experience: 1.5+ years in a technical field, OR completion of a technical certificate/degree program
- Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)
- Ability to climb a wind turbine up to 300 feet
- Post-Offer Functional Capacity Eval
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's Degree
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.
Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization: NextEra Energy Canadian Op Srv
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.
NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies . Please see our policy for more information.
About NextEra Energy
NextEra Energy is the largest generator of wind and solar energy in the world -- by 46 percent. We lead America's small but growing energy storage industry. Our capital investments at Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) have allowed us to deliver reliability that is 50 percent better than the national average while keeping typical residential customer bills nearly 30 percent lower than the national average.
NextEra Energy has been recognized often for our commitment to clean energy investment and innovation. In 2018, NextEra Energy was named No. 1 in its sector on Fortune's list of "Most Admired Companies" for the 11th time in 12 years and also ranked by Fortune among top 25 companies that "Change the World." Our investments in renewable energy and leading-edge innovative technologies are not only core to our business, but also make us a sustainable company and help deliver the benefits of America's Energy Era to a broad group of stakeholders. We are committed to respecting our environment, providing value for our customers, sustaining our communities, investing in our team and growing shareholder value.
At NextEra Energy, we believe our team is our greatest competitive advantage. We value our employees' continuous learning and development and health and well-being, and encourage a culture where innovative ideas are shared and diversity and inclusion are celebrated. In 2019, we were named to Forbes’ lists of America’s Best Employers for the fourth year in a row and Best Employers for Diversity for the second consecutive year, and we continue to invest in our team by attracting and retaining the top talent in the industry.
We’re passionate about supporting our employees’ development and empowering their success. We take pride in providing our employees with a challenging workplace and rewarding them for working together, improving every day and delivering great results.
Employees at NextEra Energy can expect to earn competitive wages and to receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes life, health, dental, and vision insurance as well as paid time off. On-site health centers provide primary and preventive care, nutritional consultations, physical therapy and ergonomic programs as well as other well-being programs. Additionally, 64 company locations have on-campus fitness centers.