Traveling Wind Turbine Blade Technician Rope Access Level 2 and 3

GEV Wind Power • Peoria, IL

15d • Onsite

About The Position

GEV Wind Power is a market leader in maintaining a critical component of wind energy: the rotor blades. If blades become damaged or lose structural integrity due to erosion, their efficiency in producing power is reduced. Our job is to ensure the blades maintain their profile and are optimized for electricity production. A career with GEV involves taking ownership of global challenges and personally contributing to a positive future. You will join a dynamic, team-oriented organization with a culture built around collaboration and driving change.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed