Renewable Energy Technician : Level 3 & 4 Hybrid

EDF Renewables North America is hiring a Renewable Energy Technician (Level 3 & 4) for a hybrid role in Fergusons Lake, NS. The position involves assisting with maintenance and repair of wind turbines and photovoltaic systems, requiring knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. The company offers competitive benefits, including health coverage and career development opportunities. Salary ranges from $25 to $47 per hour.
Position: Renewable Energy Technician : Level 3 & 4 [Hybrid]
Location: Fergusons Lake
Scope of Position

About Us
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EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s Power Flex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.

Benefits & Perks
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EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:
• Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive health coverage. EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Rewarding 401k. EDF Renewables provides a generous matching contribution.

We are also proud to offer:
• Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
• Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Salary Range
: The full pay range for this role is $25.00 - $47.00 per hour. The target range for this position is $27.00 to $38.00 per hour. We generally base our salary decisions on factors such as internal equity, candidate work and/leadership experience, educational credentials, and in some cases, candidate work location.

Scope of Job
: Under specific direction from the site manager and supervision of an experienced technician, this position will assist experienced technicians with conducting maintenance, preventative maintenance, and repair of wind turbines and/or photovoltaic power and energy storage systems. Learns and applies EDF Core values: safety, teamwork, respect, passion, transparency, good sense, and accountability.

Renewable Energy Technician 3

May lead teams on routine tasks. The Technician 3 is expected to have knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in a renewable energy asset. Technician 3 demonstrates proficiency in using advanced diagnostic tools, understanding of system software, and familiarity with the latest industry standards.

Renewable Energy Technician 4

Will train and sign off other renewable energy techs. Technician 4 is expected to have in-depth knowledge of procedures, instructions, and documents as provided by the company and to know and follow established safety guidelines and will seek guidance in matters for which they may be uncertain or unfamiliar. The Technician 4 will occasionally assist with overseeing daily activities without a manager or lead, being exposed to leadership and supervision role within daily activities.

Required Training
: Each Renewable Energy Technician will attend mandatory five (5) week training and certification course at the start of their employment. The exact duration will be determined based on experience and qualifications. The training is in Albert Lea, MN, and travel, accommodation, and expenses will be provided.
Responsibilities

Responsibilities
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60-70% - In the field:
• Assists with maintaining company property and equipment in an efficient and safe manner.
• In support of a technician 2 or higher-level technician, services equipment based on the type of equipment and manufacturer. Assists in performing routine maintenance. Assists with new equipment installation, and the inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment.
• Assists with testing electrical components and mechanical and hydraulic systems, and the collection of equipment data for testing and analysis.
• Works safely under all circumstances and seeks guidance for any work for which they are unfamiliar or do not feel competent to perform safely.
• Attends safety and technical training required for this position.
• Respectfully works in a team environment and learns and applies EDFNA Core Values.

10-15% - Administrative duties, such as documenting completed jobs, implementing supply orders. Complete daily work orders, time tracking and any other required paperwork for the specific project/assignment.

5% - Other duties as assigned.

Supervision of Others
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May oversee, and train lower-level technicians Renewable Energy Technicians as outlined in the applicable qualification cards covering corrective and preventative maintenances. This position may, under certain situations, supervise site crew and any contractors to support the site(s).

Working Conditions
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100% of time is spent working in the renewable asset field. There is also marginal time spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office…