Traveling Wind Turbine Blade Technician Rope Access Level 2 and 3

GEV Wind Power • Peoria, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

GEV Wind Power is a key player in the energy transition, specializing in maintaining rotor blades for wind energy power generation. As a market leader, we ensure the efficiency and structural integrity of these critical components, which can be compromised by damage or erosion. Our technicians play a vital role in ensuring blades maintain their optimal profile for electricity production. This role offers a career that makes a global impact, contributing to a positive future by supporting renewable energy sources. You will join a dynamic, team-oriented organization with a culture built on collaboration and driving change.

Requirements

• 2+ 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 Blade Repair or Advanced Blade Repair certification
• GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training)
• GWO Slinger Signaller or Siemens Rigging Safety
• 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.
• 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
• Perform Epoxy and Polyester resin wet layup
• Perform Vacuum infusion
• Work with Balsa and foam sandwich materials
• Perform 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
• 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