Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
Remote
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Field Blade Repair Technician is responsible for damage assessment, repair, finishing, and inspection of wind turbine blades at wind farm locations throughout the United States.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete multiple layer blade repairs in the field.
- Perform wet layup.
- Remove defect areas.
- Plan repair build up.
- Wet layup or infusion of glass back into blade.
- Sand repairs to blend into the rest of the blade.
- Provide wind turbine generator LOTO (Lock Out & Tag Out) support as needed.
- Work with engineering and quality to establish best way to repair defects for repairs.
- Understand repair instructions and perform the proper repair based on the information of the defect in the nonconformance report.
- Complete repair detail sheets for each repair performed.
Education/ Skills/ Experience:
- Experience in blade repair at wind farms.
- Self-rescue certification and First Aid/CPR.
- Current OSHA 10, down tower, and up tower certifications; GWO certification preferred.
- Ability to understand and follow repair instructions required.
- Experience with blade repair chemicals.
- Ability to work independently and unsupervised as well as in a team environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain safe work environment and to follow applicable safety standards and procedures.
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time and to work in confined spaces.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as needed.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to pass a fit for duty test if required.
- Willingness to work in the field and away from home on a consistent basis.
- Must be flexible for changes of scope and schedule.
- Must have a valid US driver's license and driving record meeting company standards.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to meet all physical demands set forth in the Critical Physical Demands for the relevant position.
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FAQs About Technician, Field Wind Blade Repair Jobs at TPI Composites, Inc.
What is the work location for this position at TPI Composites, Inc.?
This job at TPI Composites, Inc. is located in Des Moines, IA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at TPI Composites, Inc.?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at TPI Composites, Inc.?
TPI Composites, Inc. lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at TPI Composites, Inc.?
TPI Composites, Inc. is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
Does TPI Composites, Inc. allow remote work for this role?
Yes, this position at TPI Composites, Inc. supports remote work, giving candidates the flexibility to work outside the primary office location.
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