Wind Blade Services Technician II - WIND COMPOSITE SERVICES GROUP, LLC

Wind Blade Services Skilled Technician II/III

Job Position Summary:

Immediate opportunities for a full-time traveling (100%) skilled and experienced wind blade

technician II/III, who will be responsible for carrying out duties in a safe and timely manner.

Primary responsibilities include leading a team of technicians in performing internal & external

inspections and repairs of composite fiberglass/carbon wind blades with damages of severity

ranging from Cat 1 through Cat 5.

Responsibilities:

● Leads a team of 2-4 technicians performing up-tower AND/OR down-tower blade

repairs.

● Acts as a safety role model encouraging team members to adhere to all safety standards

and procedures. As a lead, identifying safety risks and intervening unsafe acts in

practice.

● Leads support technicians to perform LOTO of wind turbines.

● Leads and coordinates all aspects of job site preparation (including labor & materials)

including daily safety toolbox & job planning meetings, inspection/rigging/de-rigging of

blade access platforms.

● Operates blade access suspended platforms, for example, Kaeufer 360͒and 2m work

cages.

● Performs skilled level wind blade damage repairs utilizing blade access platforms and/or

ground access, of varying complexity on blade internal and external surfaces, leading

and trailing edges, following guidelines provided by the Technical Project Management

team.

● Performs other blade maintenance activities such as leading edge protection (LEP)

applications, lightning protection system (LPS) cable/receptor

inspection/troubleshooting/repairs and blade add-ons installation (such as vortex

generators, trailing edge serrations, spoilers/diffusers, etc.)

● Leads support technicians to perform weekly inventory, weekly vehicle inspection &

safety incident reporting.

● Contributes to WindCom’s safety culture, daily reporting of work progress/completion,

and overall team objectives on blade maintenance & repair activities on site.

Requirements:

● A minimum of 2 years, preferably 3+ years of wind blade repair and/or composite repair

experience is required.

● Demonstrates ability to perform all aspects of the repair process:

○ Inspect and document critical-to-quality (CTQ) parameters for repairs.

○ Inspect and document damage location prior to removing damage layer-by-layer.

○ Sanding surfaces and grinding fiberglass layers to remove identified damage and

reach bottom-of-damage (BOD).

○ Lamination of repair layers using epoxy or polyester resins and glass/carbon

fabrics, including the replacement of balsa wood/foam core materials.

○ Vacuum bag application for laminate compaction and heat blanket application for

post-cure.

○ Sand & prime surfaces for paint layer application.

○ Patch, fill, inject resin or adhesive to repair delamination or bond line splits.

● Proof of High School Diploma OR GED (Required) OR Associate Degree in a Technical

Mechanical or Wind Energy discipline from an accredited college or wind technical

school (Desired) OR equivalent experience.

● Ability to travel 100% of the time, at least 8 weeks at a time.

● Willingness to work across the U.S. on holidays, weekends, and overtime as required by

field projects.

● Meet specific weight requirements of WindCom and industry standards of 260 lbs. max.

Additionally, personal protective equipment of approximately 30-35 lbs. making the total

combined weight of 295 lbs. max.

● Physical ability to climb a wind tower multiple times per day, walk on top of

nacelles/across the hub, and work at heights in all weather conditions (up to 300+ feet).

● Physical ability to lift and handle repetitive weights up to 75 pounds.

● Be comfortable with working in confined space(s).

● Basic computer skills to operate Microsoft Windows/Office & Google Suite software

applications.

● Must obtain or possess an OSHA-10 Construction, Defensive Driving, First

Aid/CPR/AED before the start of employment

● Ability to obtain or possess a valid Driver’s License & DOT certification

● Ability to obtain or possess TWIC (preferred).

● Able to pass a criminal background check, MVR, physical and drug screening.

Desired Characteristics:

● Passion for safety & service delivery oriented.

● Strong mechanical aptitude, preferred.

● Basic operation of powered hand tools and awareness of tool safety.

● Experience performing repairs on blade access platforms.

● Understanding of wind blade design, construction & repairs.

● Understanding of composite materials such as fiberglass/carbon fiber, resin systems,

balsa/foam cores.

● Understanding of wet lay-up and vacuum bagging techniques.

● Experience performing lightning protection system (LPS) repairs and

inspections/troubleshooting using digital multimeters, for example, Cropicos/Meggers.

● Ability to read, write and understand English.

● Ability to read and understand complex technical drawings and procedures.

● Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision.

● Effectively communicates and works well within teams.

● Ability to follow instructions, strong organizational skills, willingness to learn.

● Possess GWO Basic Safety Certificate AND/OR Blade Repair Training Certificate.

WindCom Tech Training Provided:

● Basic Safety Training (Health and Safety Program, Fall Protection, Respiratory

Protection/ Fit Test)

● Suspended Platform & Basket Training (2-meter work cage and 360 platform)

● Working at Heights (Loto, Rigging, Self and Assisted Rescue)

● NFPA 70e

● Basic Composites Repair & Engineering Training

WindCom Benefits Provided:

● Advanced training provided.

● Career growth and advancement.

● Tools, equipment and work uniforms provided.

● Competitive salary and bonus programs.

● Per diem and travel incentives.

● 401k retirement plans.

● Medical, dental, vision and supplemental insurance plans.

About WindCom:

WindCom, headquartered in Houston-Texas, supports customers across North America,

providing effective and safe solutions to the most complex blade servicing needs. Since 2006,

blade repairs and inspections have been performed creating the world’s largest database of

blade data.

Using the most advanced at-heights access equipment, technicians perform blade repairs using

work instructions that are provided for every repair by our Blade Services team. Data is entered

into a proprietary eReporting system which serves as a means for quality assurance, finished

reports and a database. Work is done safely and right the first time.

WindCom serves not only the major OEMs that produce wind turbines but also wind farm

owners and operators. With quick response to their needs, downtime is minimized and blades

can start spinning quicker.

For more information, visit website: http://windcomservices.com/

Revised 6-4-24