Blade Repair Services Technician II

About the role

RWE Americas represents change, innovation, and sustainability. As one of the world’s leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for a Blade Repair Services Technician II to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the company’s values and behaviors as defined by the ONE RWE philosophy
• Assure that all operation and maintenance activities are performed in a safe manner consistent with policies and procedures
• Climb wind towers and access wind turbines to perform composite repair & maintenance tasks
• Lift, carry, and transport essential equipment, tools, and materials to the job site
• Assist in transportation, setup, and operation of the up-tower blade access mechanism
• Support a team performing platform and ground access composite repairs on multiple turbine manufacturers
• Assist in the mobilization of all repair equipment to the site
• Assist in major component replacement, which will primarily focus on blades
• Assure proper storage, maintenance, and handling of all Blade Repair Service equipment
• Perform safety and other wind farm-related tasks when assigned and fill in as a backup to personnel at other RWE sites when necessary
• Perform all other duties assigned as may be required from time to time

Requirements and Experiences

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in operations and/or maintenance in power generation, transmission, and/or distribution
• Must pass physical fitness tests required to maintain Global Wind Organization Certification
• Must possess an unrestricted driver’s license in good standing
• Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain an RWE-sponsored Commercial Driver License (CDL), if so requested by the company
• GWO Certification preferred
• Demonstrated experience in blade damage assessment and repair
• Experience across multiple manufacturers (i.e. Siemens, GE, Vestas, Nordex)
• Experience with LEP systems
• Previous Blade Access Platform and rigging experience preferred

Skills

• Structured and organized, able to manage multiple projects at the same time
• Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, attention to detail and work ethic
• Understanding of wind turbine blade construction, inspection, and repair, including LPS systems
• Knowledge of fiberglass types
• Understanding of composite materials including (but not limited to) epoxy resins, polyurethane fillers and paint, core materials, and mix ratios
• Accurate completion of QA/QC documentation
• Ability to read and understand Engineering Work Instructions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to maintain a personal weight limitation of 270 lbs.
• Must be able to climb wind towers on a daily basis
• Ability to push/pull/lift tools and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, etc.)
• Ability to walk, climb, and stand extensively during the workday
• Knowledge of and experience with the use of hand and power tools

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays
• Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary