Blade Repair Services Technician II

RWE; Raymondville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Blade Repair Services Technician II to join our wind energy team in the United States. The role involves blade repair and maintenance on wind turbines, climbing towers, and operating blade access equipment, with potential cross-manufacturer work (GE, Siemens, Vestas, Nordex).

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in power generation operations/maintenance, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and is capable of travel up to 100% for site mobilizations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 4 years in power generation operations/maintenance.
• Must pass GWO or obtain CDL if required.
• Willing to travel up to 100% to multiple worksites.
• Experience with blade damage assessment and repair.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ONE RWE values in daily duties.
• Perform safe blade repair and maintenance on wind turbines.
• Climb wind towers and operate blade access equipment.
• Assist in mobilization of repair equipment to sites.
• Coordinate with a multi-manufacturer blade repair team (GE, Siemens, Vestas, Nordex).
• Maintain QA/QC documentation.

Skills

Blade repair

Wind turbine experience

Safety compliance

GWO certification

Read engineering docs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent 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

RWE Americas, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent 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.

Role 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. This includes wearing essential safety equipment, including a personal fall arrest system, as well as identifying potential hazards on the job
• 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, including GE, Siemens, Vestas, Nordex, etc.
• 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

Job 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; in addition, at the discretion of the business, future successful completion of physical fitness tests will be required
• 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, for mobilization of our composite component repair equipment
• 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
• 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
• Travel up to 100 %, multiple worksites, hot/cold weather conditions, irregular hours on short notice

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. During this task, employees must be able to open/close hatch doors and identify potential safety hazards
• Must be able to balance to (1) work in closed and small swaying areas on top of and within wind towers and (2) walk across small surface areas to access areas within wind turbine
• 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
• Knowledge of environmental and safety policies and procedures
• Ability to work within tight deadlines
• Ability to multi-task while working independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Identify energy isolation points and implement LOTO for protection
• Knowledge of computer network communication protocol and theory of operation is desired
• Ability to understand and communicate root causes required
• Good communication skills and must value being part of a team
• Safety- Promote safety at all times
• Initiative - Able to work with minimum supervision and make decisions for all issues related to his/her discipline(s) with limited and/or available information

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Benefits offered: 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.

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americans invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.