Wind Turbine Technician (Troubleshooting)

Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for a Wind Turbine Technician (Troubleshooting) to join our team to support operations and maintenance at Bull Creek Wind Farm in Provost, Alberta. The technician must be competent and qualified to work on GE 1.X or similar model GE wind turbines. GE specific training and electrical / mechanical competencies are an asset. GE troubleshooting skillset/experience is a mandatory requirement.

We are excited to provide careers in Renewables and are committed to being the best employer possible. Our product is our people!

Here’s what you will do as a Wind Technician:

• Full time home position at Bull Creek Wind Farm in Provost, Alberta.
• Support the site On-Call Program on weekends.
• Climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
• Complete various reports, checklists, and hazard analysis as it pertains to job scope.
• Participate in company and customer HSE/training programs.
• Deliver exceptional customer experience/service to our partners in the industry.
• Follow all Health and Safety policies to maintain a zero-incident workplace
• Scheduled maintenance of Wind Turbine Generators including: inspection, greasing, cleaning, torquing and tensioning of bolted connections
• Apply LOTO
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Hydraulic Troubleshooting
• Follow and implement work procedures for specific scopes of work to inspect, repair and maintain Wind Turbine components
• Populate, track and communicate client and company documentation on a daily basis
• Maintain and track parts/consumables inventory.
• Complete work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a clean work area, equipment and tooling
• Perform other daily work requirements as directed by Site Management
• Maintain required training certifications for position (Fall Protection/Rescue Training, LOTO, First Aid/CPR/AED) etc.

Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks:

• Hourly Position + Overtime
• Per Diem eligible
• Fast-track growth opportunities
• $200/year tool allowance
• Benefits (health, vision, dental)
• RRSP Matching
• Company vehicle
• Monthly cell phone allowance
• All travel, training, workwear & PPE paid for

Do you have the Spark? Here’s what we’re looking for:

Technicians who have the following:

• Alberta residence preferred
• 2 years minimum GE 1.X troubleshooting experience OR
• 3 years minimum wind turbine troubleshooting experience
• Strong organizational skills
• High computer literacy and aptitude with M365 applications

Preferred Work Experience if not a Wind program graduate:

• 5 Years Wind Industry Experience
• Annual and Semi Annual Maintenance
• Base Bolt Tensioning
• Oil Changes
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Retrofits
• Generator Alignment
• Blade/Fiberglass Repair
• Major Component Exchange
• Transformer Maintenance
• Substation Maintenance
• Borescope Training
• Fiberglass Repair Training

Who is Spark Power?

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers’ Trusted Partner in Power™. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers’ operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.

Spark Power welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.