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  • Eastern Kings, PE, Canada

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ENERCON, a world-renowned company based in Germany for over 40 years, is a leading player in the wind turbine design and manufacturing industry. Our reputation is built on our unwavering commitment to excellence, the use of state-of-the-art direct-drive generator technology, strict adherence to quality standards, and the conclusion of long-term service contracts. We have become a global benchmark for reliability and performance. With a product range spanning 2 MW to 6 MW, ENERCON is at the forefront of innovation in the wind energy sector, driving the industry towards a promising future. To date, we have installed more than 32,500 wind turbines worldwide, generating a total capacity of 61 GW.

With its North American headquarters in Montreal (Quebec), service centres stretching from coast to coast, as well as a warehouse and an accredited training centre in Boucherville (Quebec), ENERCON has held a significant position in the Canadian market since its inception in 2001. The company currently represents over 2,700 MW of installed capacity across eight provinces and territories throughout Canada.

At ENERCON North America, we are committed to building a cleaner, more sustainable future, promoting the energy transition and offering exciting career opportunities to those who share our vision. Explore our job opportunities and join us to help shape the future of renewable energy, thereby contributing to the creation of a world powered by sustainable energy

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ENERCON is currently looking for a Red Seal Certified Industrial Electrician to join our local on-site wind turbine maintenance team. As a key member of the service team, you will actively contribute to the maintenance, troubleshooting and optimization of wind turbine systems.

In this position, you will primarily be responsible for the service and maintenance of our new wind farm in Eastern Kings, Prince Edward Island, with occasional travel to support the PEDDN site in the Magdalen Islands, Quebec. The team's warehouse and service center are located in Fortune Bridge (near Souris), while the wind turbines are located in Elmira, in the eastern province of Prince Edward Island.

Responsibilities:

  • Performing routine maintenance tasks on wind turbines.
  • Performing inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure optimal performance.
  • Diagnosis of electrical and mechanical problems, proposal and implementation of necessary repairs or modifications.
  • Collaboration with the maintenance team to set up preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Use of diagnostic tools and techniques for effective problem solving.
  • Documentation of work performed and equipment/materials used digitally via tablets and smartphones.
  • Strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures at all times.
  • Contribution to the continuous improvement of health and safety programs.
  • Participation in ENERCON's continuous training sessions covering health and safety, maintenance techniques and updated working methods.
  • Inspection and maintenance of ENERCON vehicles before use.
  • Regular travel to assist other wind farms in the region or across Canada.
  • Execution of all daily tasks in strict compliance with ENERCON's quality and safety standards. 

Requirements:

  • Technical diploma or certification in electromechanics, electricity or wind turbine maintenance.
  • Demonstrated experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance.
  • Certification as a journeyman electrician with a Red Seal is considered a valuable asset.
  • Basic computer skills, including MS Office applications.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Availability for overtime, weekend on-call service and occasional travel. 

Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving skills to effectively deal with complex problems.
  • Mastery of working at height and in confined spaces in complete safety.
  • Knowledge of basic first aid and practical procedures for rescue at height.
  • Awareness of electrical and mechanical safety standards, ensuring compliance.
  • Ability to read and apply work instruction manuals accurately.
  • Ability to interpret schematics and drawings, including electrical, hydraulic, and technical.
  • Proficiency in the use of medium-voltage switchgear and in working on a transformer.
  • In-depth understanding of personal protective equipment (PPE) with strict adherence to industry standards.

What ENERCON Offers

  • A supportive community of site managers across Canada and globally.
  • Career progression within a worldwide leader in renewable energy engineering and innovation.
  • Flexible health benefits from day one (medical, dental, paramedical, vision)
  • Life, critical illness, and disability coverage
  • 3–4 weeks vacation (depending on experience) + 5 personal days
  • Group RRSP with up to 4% employer match
  • Team‑oriented environment with autonomy and impact.

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Read the full bilingual original

ENERCON, a world-renowned company based in Germany for over 40 years, is a leading player in the wind turbine design and manufacturing industry. Our reputation is built on our unwavering commitment to excellence, the use of state-of-the-art direct-drive generator technology, strict adherence to quality standards, and the conclusion of long-term service contracts. We have become a global benchmark for reliability and performance. With a product range spanning 2 MW to 6 MW, ENERCON is at the forefront of innovation in the wind energy sector, driving the industry towards a promising future. To date, we have installed more than 32,500 wind turbines worldwide, generating a total capacity of 61 GW.

With its North American headquarters in Montreal (Quebec), service centres stretching from coast to coast, as well as a warehouse and an accredited training centre in Boucherville (Quebec), ENERCON has held a significant position in the Canadian market since its inception in 2001. The company currently represents over 2,700 MW of installed capacity across eight provinces and territories throughout Canada.

At ENERCON North America, we are committed to building a cleaner, more sustainable future, promoting the energy transition and offering exciting career opportunities to those who share our vision. Explore our job opportunities and join us to help shape the future of renewable energy, thereby contributing to the creation of a world powered by sustainable energy

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ENERCON, une entreprise de renommée mondiale établie en Allemagne depuis plus de 40 ans, se positionne en tant que leader dans l'industrie de la conception et de la fabrication d'éoliennes. Notre réputation repose sur notre engagement indéfectible envers l'excellence, l'adoption de technologies de générateur à entraînement direct de pointe, le strict respect de normes de qualité, et la conclusion de contrats de service à long terme. Nous sommes devenus une référence mondiale en matière de fiabilité et de performance. Avec une gamme de produits couvrant de 2 MW à 6 MW, ENERCON se trouve à la pointe de l'innovation dans le domaine éolien, propulsant l'industrie vers un avenir prometteur. À ce jour, nous avons installé plus de 32 500 éoliennes à travers le monde, générant une capacité totale de 61 GW.

Avec son siège social nord-américain à Montréal (Québec), des centres de service d’un océan à l’autre, ainsi qu’un entrepôt et un centre de formation accrédité à Boucherville (Québec), ENERCON occupe une place importante sur le marché Canadien depuis ses débuts en 2001. L’entreprise représente actuellement plus de 2 700 MW de capacité installée à travers huit provinces et territoires à travers le Canada.

Chez ENERCON en Amérique du Nord, notre engagement est de construire un avenir plus propre et durable, de promouvoir la transition énergétique et de proposer des opportunités de carrière passionnantes à ceux qui partagent notre vision. Explorez nos opportunités d'emploi et rejoignez-nous pour contribuer à façonner l'avenir de l'énergie renouvelable, participant ainsi à la création d'un monde alimenté par une énergie durable.

ENERCON is currently looking for a Red Seal Certified Industrial Electrician to join our local on-site wind turbine maintenance team. As a key member of the service team, you will actively contribute to the maintenance, troubleshooting and optimization of wind turbine systems.

In this position, you will primarily be responsible for the service and maintenance of our new wind farm in Eastern Kings, Prince Edward Island, with occasional travel to support the PEDDN site in the Magdalen Islands, Quebec. The team's warehouse and service center are located in Fortune Bridge (near Souris), while the wind turbines are located in Elmira, in the eastern province of Prince Edward Island.

Responsibilities:

  • Performing routine maintenance tasks on wind turbines.
  • Performing inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure optimal performance.
  • Diagnosis of electrical and mechanical problems, proposal and implementation of necessary repairs or modifications.
  • Collaboration with the maintenance team to set up preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Use of diagnostic tools and techniques for effective problem solving.
  • Documentation of work performed and equipment/materials used digitally via tablets and smartphones.
  • Strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures at all times.
  • Contribution to the continuous improvement of health and safety programs.
  • Participation in ENERCON's continuous training sessions covering health and safety, maintenance techniques and updated working methods.
  • Inspection and maintenance of ENERCON vehicles before use.
  • Regular travel to assist other wind farms in the region or across Canada.
  • Execution of all daily tasks in strict compliance with ENERCON's quality and safety standards. 

Requirements:

  • Technical diploma or certification in electromechanics, electricity or wind turbine maintenance.
  • Demonstrated experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance.
  • Certification as a journeyman electrician with a Red Seal is considered a valuable asset.
  • Basic computer skills, including MS Office applications.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Availability for overtime, weekend on-call service and occasional travel. 

Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving skills to effectively deal with complex problems.
  • Mastery of working at height and in confined spaces in complete safety.
  • Knowledge of basic first aid and practical procedures for rescue at height.
  • Awareness of electrical and mechanical safety standards, ensuring compliance.
  • Ability to read and apply work instruction manuals accurately.
  • Ability to interpret schematics and drawings, including electrical, hydraulic, and technical.
  • Proficiency in the use of medium-voltage switchgear and in working on a transformer.
  • In-depth understanding of personal protective equipment (PPE) with strict adherence to industry standards.

What ENERCON Offers

  • A supportive community of site managers across Canada and globally.
  • Career progression within a worldwide leader in renewable energy engineering and innovation.
  • Flexible health benefits from day one (medical, dental, paramedical, vision)
  • Life, critical illness, and disability coverage
  • 3–4 weeks vacation (depending on experience) + 5 personal days
  • Group RRSP with up to 4% employer match
  • Team‑oriented environment with autonomy and impact.

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ENERCON est actuellement à la recherche d’un(e) électricien(ne) industriel(le) compagnon(ne) certifié(e) – Sceau Rouge (Red Seal) – pour se joindre à son équipe locale de maintenance d’éoliennes sur site. À titre de membre clé de l’équipe de service, vous contribuerez activement à l’entretien, au dépannage et à l’optimisation des systèmes d’éoliennes.

Dans ce poste, vous serez principalement responsable du service et de la maintenance de notre nouveau parc éolien d’Eastern Kings, à l’Île‑du‑Prince‑Édouard, avec des déplacements occasionnels afin de soutenir le site de PEDDN aux Îles de la Madeleine, au Québec. L’entrepôt et le centre de service de l’équipe sont situés à Fortune Bridge (près de Souris), tandis que les éoliennes se trouvent à Elmira, dans l’est de la province de l’Île‑du‑Prince‑Édouard.

Responsabilités:

  • Exécution des tâches de maintenance courante sur les turbines éoliennes.
  • Réalisation d'inspections, dépannages et réparations pour assurer des performances optimales.
  • Diagnostic des problèmes électriques et mécaniques, proposition et mise en œuvre des réparations ou modifications nécessaires.
  • Collaboration avec l'équipe de maintenance pour mettre en place des calendriers de maintenance préventive.
  • Utilisation d'outils et de techniques de diagnostic pour une résolution efficace des problèmes.
  • Documentation des travaux effectués et des équipements/matériaux utilisés de manière numérique via tablettes et smartphones.
  • Respect strict des protocoles et procédures de sécurité en tout temps.
  • Contribution à l'amélioration continue des programmes de santé et de sécurité.
  • Participation aux sessions de formation continue d'ENERCON couvrant la santé et la sécurité, les techniques de maintenance et les méthodes de travail mises à jour.
  • Inspection et entretien des véhicules ENERCON avant utilisation.
  • Déplacement régulier pour assister d'autres parcs éoliens dans la région ou à travers le Canada.
  • Exécution de toutes les tâches quotidiennes en stricte conformité avec les normes de qualité et de sécurité d'ENERCON.

Exigences:

  • Diplôme technique ou certification en électromécanique, électricité ou maintenance d'éoliennes.
  • Expérience démontrée en maintenance électrique ou mécanique.
  • Certification en tant qu'électricien compagnon avec un Sceau Rouge est considérée comme un atout précieux.
  • Compétences de base en informatique, y compris les applications MS Office.
  • Possession d'un permis de conduire valide.
  • Disponibilité pour les heures supplémentaires, le service de garde les week-ends et les déplacements occasionnels.

Compétences:

  • Fortes compétences en résolution de problèmes pour traiter efficacement des problèmes complexes.
  • Maîtrise du travail en hauteur et dans des espaces confinés en toute sécurité.
  • Connaissance des premiers secours de base et des procédures pratiques de sauvetage en hauteur.
  • Conscience des normes de sécurité électrique et mécanique, garantissant la conformité.
  • Capacité à lire et à appliquer des manuels d'instructions de travail avec précision.
  • Capacité à interpréter des schémas et des dessins, y compris électriques, hydrauliques et techniques.
  • Compétence dans l'utilisation d'appareillages de commutation moyenne tension et dans le travail sur un transformateur.
  • Compréhension approfondie de l'équipement de protection individuelle (EPI) avec respect strict des normes de l'industrie.

Ce qu’ENERCON vous propose:

  • • Des perspectives d’évolution de carrière au sein d’un leader mondial de l’ingénierie et de l’innovation dans le domaine des énergies renouvelables.
  • • Une couverture santé flexible dès le premier jour (soins médicaux, dentaires, paramédicaux et ophtalmologiques)
  • • Une couverture assurance vie, maladies graves et invalidité
  • • 3 à 4 semaines de congés payés (selon ton expérience) + 5 jours de congés personnels
  • • Un REER collectif avec une contribution de l'employeur pouvant aller jusqu'à 4 %
  • • Un environnement de travail axé sur le travail d'équipe, alliant autonomie et impact.
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Responsibilities

The technician will perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on wind turbine systems to ensure optimal performance. They will also document work digitally and collaborate with the team to implement preventive maintenance schedules.

Requirements

Candidates must have a technical diploma or certification in electromechanics, electricity, or wind turbine maintenance. A Red Seal certified industrial electrician qualification is considered a valuable asset.

Skills

  • Wind turbine maintenance
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Diagnostic tools
  • Working at height
  • Confined space entry
  • Electrical safety
  • Mechanical safety
  • Schematic interpretation
  • Medium-voltage switchgear
  • Transformer maintenance
  • First aid
  • Rescue at height
  • Technical documentation
  • Problem solving

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paramedical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Critical illness coverage
  • Disability coverage
  • Paid vacation
  • Personal days
  • Group RRSP
  • Employer matching

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Categories

  • Energy
  • Trades
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Environmental & Sustainability

Keywords

  • Wind turbine
  • Industrial electrician
  • Red Seal
  • Electromechanics
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Direct-drive generator
  • Medium-voltage
  • Transformer
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Safety protocols
  • PPE
  • Renewable energy
  • Energy transition
  • Technical documentation
  • MS Office
  • Diagnostic tools
  • Electrical schematics
  • Mechanical systems
  • Maintenance scheduling

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