Wind Measurement Field Technician

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Sentrex Wind Services Inc. is a leading service provider to the commercial wind energy industry. We are based in Quispamsis, New Brunswick and we work throughout Canada. We install towers for wind measurement (met towers), we provide remote sensing wind measurement services (SoDAR and LiDAR) and we provide off-grid power supplies for remote sites.

We are currently seeking a technician for field and shop work. The job is suited for a person who cares about doing their work right; has a strong aptitude for troubleshooting, repair, fabrication and assembly; has solid computer skills; can work alone or with a team; is willing and able to travel for extended periods; can prepare detailed field reports; and, enjoys both shop work and working outdoors. On-the-job training will be provided for the right candidate. If you cannot travel or do not want to travel, please do NOT apply.

Duties:

• Installation of wind measurement equipment including data logging and communications equipment
• Assembly, field installation, and troubleshooting of mobile, low voltage off-grid solar power supplies
• Installation and maintenance and repair of ground-based wind measurement systems (LiDAR and SoDAR)
• Tower rigging and tower construction
• Document work, prepare reports and upload reports and photos
• Travel to and work in remote sites, operating 4WD pickups pulling trailers (on road and off road) and operating ATV’s and snowmobiles

Mandatory:

• Valid driver’s license / clean driving abstract / clean drug tests
• Ability to read and write field notes and reports
• Good computer skills
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with basic tools.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform physical work on a daily basis, including lifting and carrying heavy equipment and tools, and capable of working outdoors in all seasons and many weather conditions.
• Must enjoy a fast pace and daily change in your task list
• Must honestly care about your workmanship
• Must have common sense and positive attitude.
• Must be willing and able to travel throughout Canada for extended periods of weeks

The following will be considered as assets:

• A technology or technician diploma or certification, or some engineering studies at university level
• Construction, industrial, or tower rigging experience
• Previous experience in the wind energy industry
• Previous training and/or experience in rigging, fall arrest, working at heights
• Troubleshooting low voltage (<24V) DC systems
• Bilingualism (French and English), though not mandatory, would be helpful
• Ability to read assembly drawings and wiring schematics

Wages:

• Commensurate with skills and experience

Due to the number of responses, we will only be responding to candidates selected for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $40,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 considerations:
We follow provincial guidelines for COVID-19 protocols. Employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Work Location: On the road