Wind Service/Composite Technicians
Apave Canada has an immediate, Full-time positions available for Wind Service/Composite Technicians within our Wind Services Department.
Who we are:
Apave Canada has been serving the oil and gas, petroleum and petrochemical, chemical, power generation, pipeline and potash industries since 1953. Our Canadian operations currently provide services from Edmonton, Regina, Calgary, Cold Lake, Saskatoon, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lloydminster, Nisku, Red Deer. Our USA operations provide services from 23 office locations, our United Kingdom operations provide services from 7 office locations, and our Australian operations provide services from 5 locations. Our growth is primarily due to our combination of experienced management and strong technical skills, combined with a high commitment to customer service.
Who you are:
- A person that can lead a job.
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients.
- Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
- Self-motivated and capable of working at a high technical and performance level.
Job Duties:
- Conducting wind turbine maintenance, inspection, and repair activities.
- Assisting with the setup, inspection, and maintenance of wind turbine systems and equipment.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and technical services, to complete projects and resolve any issues.
- Maintaining knowledge of industry best practices, safety standards, and regulatory requirements related to wind turbine maintenance.
- Staying up to date with the latest wind turbine maintenance techniques and technology.
- Perform simple to complex fiberglass repairs to rotor blades, nacelles, and nose cones on various wind turbines.
- Support rigging and platform operation teams.
Required Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate will have the following certifications and experience.
- Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including at heights.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Valid driver's license.
- Travel (including overnight stays out of town) will be required.
- 1+ years fiberglass experience.
- GWO certification would be an asset.
- Experience with basic electrical and mechanical repair and maintenance tasks would be an asset.
Safety Requirements:
- Steel-toe boots are required; Apave Canada will provide additional PPE.
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Health benefits that meet or exceed industry standards will be provided after a 3-month probationary period.
Legal entitlement to work in Canada is mandatory.
All potential employees will be required to complete a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening.
Apave Canada is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and respects our commitment as a member of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCIB). We expect our employees to behave ethically and professionally.
