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Advanced Service Technician Jobs in Waterloo – Ontario at Vestas
Title: Advanced Service Technician
Company: Vestas
Location: Waterloo – Ontario
Category: Energy/Power Generation, Trades / Skilled Labor
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Work experience Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker
Type of position Full-Time
Job Family Field Operations
About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service onshore and offshore wind turbines across the globe, and with more than 151 GW of wind turbines in 86 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and unparalleled more than 129 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions.
Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than 29,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future.
We are powering the energy transition globally and are experiencing significant growth in Australia and New Zealand. There has never been a better time to consider moving to, or growing your career in the renewable energy industry. We are proud to share the following career opportunity with you, and look forward to receiving your application or enquiry.
About the Role
This role is for a suitably qualified and enthusiastic electrical technician to work in our service team. The successful applicant must hold a recognised Australian trade certificate.
The department is a smallteam environmentbased on site at Waterloo Wind Farm. The technicians report to the site supervisor and are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the wind turbines in accordance with the contract. Support is provided by an administrator and a planner with KPIs given by the Area Service Manager.
Responsibilities
Ensure that the wind farm runs smoothly by proactively and reactively maintaining equipment
Be responsible for the safe and effective operation and maintenance of wind farm equipment, including high voltage and low voltage systems
Make safety and environmental protection your top priority by following strict work methods and procedures to ensure the safety of all personnel and the environment
Work closely with colleagues to maintain a safe workplace by participating in safety, toolbox or other meetings as required
Be responsible for keeping company vehicles in top condition, ensuring they are clean and well-maintained
Comply with OH&S legislation, demonstrating a commitment to accidentpreventionand ensuring that all work is carried out safely and within relevant guidelines
Familiarize yourself with the site and its operations by undertaking a comprehensive site induction
Ensure that all requirements of the Service Maintenance Agreement are met to guarantee the smooth running of the wind farm
Continuously learn anddevelop new skillsto adapt to changing working conditions, such asnew equipmentand technologies
Be willing to undertake any other duties within your competence, skill, qualifications, and experience, as directed, to support the successful operation of the wind farm
Qualifications
A-Grade Electrical license
Full clean driving license
Other relevant, but not required qualifications include: GWO training, working at heights, safety, manual handling, HV/LV rescue, fire awareness, first aid.
Literate with PC &moderntechnologies to support your day-to-day work
Ability to read/interpret technical drawings to support fault-finding and/or maintenance activities
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