Wind Turbine Traveling Blade Technician (USA)

GEV Wind Power • Peoria, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

GEV Wind Power is a key part of the energy transition, accelerating the change towards renewable energy sources. The company is a market leader in maintaining rotor blades for wind energy power generation. This role involves ensuring the blades maintain their profile and are optimum for producing electricity. A career with GEV involves taking ownership of global challenges and personally contributing to a positive future. The organization is dynamic and team-oriented, with a culture built around collaboration and driving change.

Requirements

• 2+ years of Composite repair experience
• Platform and/or rope access experience
• 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

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