Traveling Wind Turbine Blade Technician Rope Access Level 2 and 3
Summary
Traveling technician performs on-site repairs and maintenance of wind turbine blades across U.S. wind farms using rope access, composite repair techniques, and technical reporting.
Location: 100% travel throughout the USA
Job Type: Regular Full-time or Contract positions available
Job Responsibilities:
Travel 100% on a rotational basis to wind farms throughout the U.S. - cross country travel by air or truck
Perform composite blade repair uptower via platforms, rope access and/or occasionally on the ground
Epoxy and Polyester resin wet layup
Vacuum infusion
Balsa and foam sandwich materials
Structural repair
Completing detailed Daily Progress Reporting Documents and QAQC reports
Completing onsite stock checks
Assisting site lead and project coordinator as applicable
We are ideally looking for technicians with the following skill set and training:
4+ years of Composite repair experience
SPRAT or IRATA Rope Access Level 2 or Level 3 certification
Understanding of Epoxy and Polyester resins, wet lay-up and vacuum bag techniques
Understanding how to handle balsa and foam core materials
Knowledge of fiberglass reinforcement and structural repair
Ability to safely and correctly use powered hand tools
Quality knowledge of specification (i.e. temperature and humidity restrictions)
Ability to read complex technical drawings and processes
IT literate (email, internet, iPad)
Willing to spend time away from home in the field
Flexibility for changes of scope
Ability to work well as a team and take guidance
Valid, current driver's license
Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle
Must be able to meet the strenuous physical requirements of climbing ladders 2 or more times per day up to 300 feet/90 meters, bend, crawl, stoop and lift up to 75 pounds
US / Canadian citizens or legal to work in either country are eligible for the opportunity
The following certifications are optional and considered a plus:
GWO BST (Basic Safety Training) – fire awareness, working at heights, manual handling, first aid
GWO ART (Advanced Rescue)
GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training)
IRATA or SPRAT rope access experience and certification is a plus; certificate must be current, and candidate must be physically capable of performing rope access work safely.
Chester Step Medical
OSHA 10 General Industry
NFPA 70E
What are the perks of working with GEV Wind Power?
Upskilling trusted GEV technicians via GEV Academy
Bespoke reporting system (time saving with training provided)
Streamlined communications for our technicians with regular Business and Project updates via GEV technician engagement platform
We listen to our technicians needs and value their feedback (consistent technician feedback surveys)
Ongoing work for our top talent
A little bit about us:
A Career Enabling You to Make a Global Impact!
You will have heard about the term ‘energy transition’ and perhaps wondered what this means and even how you can get involved. We can see fundamental changes in our daily lives from the electrification of motor vehicles to reducing our dependency on fossil fuels through the increased use of renewable energy sources.
At GEV Wind Power, we are a key part of this transition and proud to be helping in a small way to accelerate the change. Our role is critical in supporting power generation from wind energy, where we are the market leader for maintaining one of the key components, the rotor blades. If the blades become damaged or simply lose their structural integrity through erosion from wind and rain, their efficiency and ability to produce power reduces dramatically. Our job is to ensure the blades keep their profile and are optimum for producing electricity.
A career with GEV is taking ownership of the challenges we face globally and personally contributing to a positive future for us all. You will also join a dynamic and team orientated organization, where the culture is built around collaboration and driving change.
As published by recruitee
Full name, Email, CV, Cover letter, Phone, Photo
- Are you eligible to work in the U.S.? yes / no
- Please select your current Rope Access certification level choose one
- Have you ever worked in the wind energy industry? yes / no
- Home Address (Street, City, State, ZIP)
- What year were you born (used only for driving eligibility)?
- Do you have or can you obtain a valid Passport? yes / no
- Where is your current legal residence? choose one
- Do you have a valid Driver's License and a good MVR record? yes / no
- Do you have any felony convictions in the past 10 years? yes / no
- Is your body weight more or less than the following? choose one
- Which of the below certifications do you currently hold? choose any
- What is your WINDA ID number?
- Please list all of the wind farms you have worked at during your wind career? written answer
- Will you promise to not use any substance, including marijuana, that impair your ability to safely work, including when driving a company vehicle? yes / no
- Are you able to successfully meet ALL of the following physical demands: climb wind turbines up to 125m+ (400+ feet), stand and walk, lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs,, crawl, stoop, crouch, kneel, bend, grip and manually manipulate tools, parts and dials with repetitive motion? yes / no
- Are you comfortable working at heights, up to 400 feet, and not afraid of heights? yes / no
- This is a travel-based position requiring frequent travel by commercial airline to project sites throughout North America. Travel by air is an essential function of this role. GEV provides flight accommodations for mobilization, demobilization, and approved R&R travel. Are you willing and able to meet this travel requirement? yes / no
- Are you committed to following company and client Safety, Quality and Performance policies and procedures? yes / no
- What are your hourly rate expectations?
- Where did you hear about opportunities at GEV Wind Power? (Online, Referral, Word of Mouth, Open Day?)
- What is your earliest availability start date?