Lead Technician - Wind Energy

Why should you join our team?
Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States, France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities.

For more than 30 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity. We are convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way to a better world. We remain committed to responsible growth that balances people, our planet, and prosperity. We believe in offering an engaging, inclusive and supportive work environment where each team member can thrive.

Your contribution!
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will work closely with internal operations, maintenance, and compliance teams, as well as external contractors and service providers.

Your day-to-day!
Operations & Maintenance

Support the operation, inspection, and maintenance of wind turbines and balance-of-plant (BOP) systems, including electrical, civil, and transmission infrastructure

Assist OEM crews with turbine maintenance activities as required

Collaborate with the Site Manager to plan, prioritize, and execute daily and scheduled work activities

Coordinate and oversee contractor and vendor activities, including work planning, site orientations, safety oversight, progress tracking, and verification of completed work

Support facility operations and ensure maintenance activities align with industry best practices and contractual performance requirements

QA/QC & Reporting

Perform QA/QC inspections on turbines and report deficiencies to the Site Manager

Conduct routine inspections of BOP assets, including electrical systems, civil infrastructure, roads, transmission lines, and collector systems

Document deficiencies, perform troubleshooting activities, and support the implementation of corrective actions

Monitor asset condition and performance, identify issues, and recommend solutions to maximize performance and value retention

Compliance & Safety

Ensure all site activities are conducted in accordance with applicable safety requirements, NERC/WECC standards, and established operating procedures

Support compliance with environmental regulations related to hazardous waste management, spill prevention, avian studies, and wildlife conservation

Coordinate with the Compliance team on the implementation of Innergex compliance procedures

Assist with PRC-005 summaries, maintenance activity reviews, and tracker updates

Assist with FAC-008 templates

Support audit preparation, evidence gathering, assessments, and responses to requests for information (RFIs)

Support other Regulatory Compliance initiatives as required

General Support

Assist with the management of site tools, equipment, materials, and inventory

Provide cross-functional and site-to-site operational support as required

Participate in special projects and additional tasks supporting site operations

Support other Innergex facilities through vacation coverage and operational assistance when needed

Your skills, our requirements!

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education or trade certification in a relevant technical field (electrical, mechanical, power engineering, renewable energy, instrumentation, millwright, heavy equipment), or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Previous experience as a wind turbine technician or equivalent trade experience

Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of high-voltage systems, substations, civil infrastructure, and SCADA systems

Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems

Ability…