Hydro-Electric Maintenance Technician

Boralex is a major player in renewable energy specializing in four sectors of activity: wind, solar, hydroelectricity, and storage. We have been based in Kingsey Falls, Quebec, Canada, for 30 years and have since expanded our horizons and established our business in the United States, France, and the United Kingdom.

OUR PURPOSE

On our planet where electricity is central to fighting climate change, we have a responsibility to produce it sustainably for future generations.

OUR MISSION

At Boralex, we provide renewable and affordable energy for all, creating value to share with our partners.

OUR VISION

To achieve our missions, we rely on the best of our strengths. Thanks to our fearlessness, our discipline, our expertise, and our diversity, we continue to be an industry leader. And we do it with pleasure.

You will play an important role in

The Hydro-electric Maintenance Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of hydroelectric generator systems and related equipment including PLCs.

• Practice safe work habits and follow correct safety policies and procedures;
• Ensure that company personnel, contractors, and consultants are following company approved safety policies, procedures, and that company property is protected by performing the applicable duties;
• Perform station and unit operations as required;
• Identify and repair as necessary, station hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems including analytical problem solving / troubleshooting;
• Be adaptable to learning solar operations and maintenance as Boralex adds to it’s portfolio;
• Be available, as necessary, for after hour “call- ins”, including working in an on-call rotation for 1 week as scheduled.

To succeed in this position, you need

• Two or four year degree in E.E. or E.E.T. or related field (or equivalent experience);
• Experience with repair and maintenance of hydro turbine/generator systems and related equipment is preferred as follows: Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulics, PLC troubleshooting and programming;
• High voltage transmission and distribution training and experience;
• Working knowledge of the OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E and Arc Flash requirements;
• Ability to read and understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic drawings and schematics;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required;
• Flexibility to add skills and work in a multi-disciplinary environment;
• Be able and willing to perform physical labor as needed;
• Knowledge of windows based software including Outlook, Excel, Word and SAP;
• Valid driver’s license with clean record required;
• Periodic overnight/out of town travel.

Boralex is a stable company and offers a generous compensation package.

AT BORALEX WE OFFER

Boralex fosters a culture of sustainable performance in its day-to-day activities. We are committed to operating in a manner that is consistent with our business objectives. We are taking action for growth and long-term profitability by making our stakeholders’ satisfaction a priority. Therefore, continuous improvement is at the core of our practices and drives us to set clear, ambitious and quantifiable goals. Our strength lies in our team’s synergy and diversity. Through autonomy, trial and error and our collaborators’ empowerment, our teams embody a culture of sustainable performance. Our human relationships are based on transparency, inclusion and caring. That work environment enables us to enjoy working together every day. Each and every day, we make sure everyone can grow and contribute to Boralex’s mission.

• Contribute to the growth of a company that’s actively involved in energy transition.
• Add your talent to an agile work team.
• Expand your knowledge through continuous learning.
• Keep fit with a membership allowance at a sports centre of your choice.Spend more time with your family thanks to a flexible and independent schedule.
• Plan your life beyond your career thanks to a pension plan to which Boralex contributes.

Boralex, beyond renewable energy! Be the source of our energy!