Blade Repair Technician - US and Canada

Global Wind Service (UK) Ltd; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy services company in Carrollton, Texas, is seeking a Rope Access Technician to maintain and inspect wind turbine components. Candidates must have experience in blade repair or be certified in GWO methods. Safety is a priority; applicants must meet health checks and possess a valid driver license. The position involves climbing towers and working independently under strict safety protocols. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on team collaboration and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in blade repair, rope access, or GWO certification.
• Ability to pass safety and health checks.
• Valid driver license and acceptable MVR.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain wind turbine components using rope access.
• Attend site meetings and follow safety protocols.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained and used safely.

Skills

Blade repair experience

Rope access methodology

Operation of power tools

Climbing skills

Exposure to safety regulations

Job description

The purpose of the Rope Access Technician role is to repair and maintain or inspect wind turbine components (such as blades, towers, structures) through the Rope Access method using IRATA standards.

Responsibilities

• Understand rope access methodology, blade repair, and use of chemicals, and platform.
• Siemens Experience with profile
• Understand and memorize mix ratios for all blade repair chemicals
• Proficient operation and use of tools (power, hydraulic, diagnostic and specialized)
• Proficient operation and use of composites and car body works such as grinding exp.
• Perform all work following GWS safety protocols and procedures and wearing appropriate PPE
• Attending site induction and other requested site meetings held by the client or GWS
• Work according to the safety regulations
• Reporting all near‑miss accidents, incidents, and accidents immediately to the Site Manager
• Participating in training and education, as required by the Site Manager or the client
• Use all working equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Perform required maintenance of all tools and equipment on site
• Keep work place neat and orderly to prevent accidents and inefficiencies
• Meet weekly reporting deadlines of work hours, work progress reports and travel reports
• Flexibility to travel extensively to training or job sites
• Flexibility to work overtime hours on weekly basis including weekends
• Understand and perform lock‑out‑tag‑out (LOTO) duties safely and efficiently is a plus

Working Conditions and Environment

Must be able to work independently.

Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies.

Requirements

Required Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

US CITIZENSHIP OR US WORK AUTHORIZATION IS A REQUIREMENT FOR THIS POSITION.

• MUST have experience in blade repair, rope access, platforms OR have GWO or similarcertification in blade repair.
• Pre‑employment background check and drug test.
• Valid driver license and acceptable MVR.
• Ability to climb towers, 300 ft or higher, on a daily basis, several times per day.
• Per safety regulations and equipment safety limits, must weigh less than 265 pounds (120 kg).
• Must be able to pass head, nose, throat, hearing, vision, and color blindness checks.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Understand how to perform complex blade repairs.
• Perform inspections and damage assessments.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies.

Global Wind Service is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

Would you like to become part of our team?

If you would like to join our team, please register your CV and application with us online. It will be reviewed and carefully evaluated in relation to the position and skills required.

If you send us an unsolicited application, we will get back to you if we have any vacant positions that matches your profile.

We treat all equally

Global Wind Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, and according with all local laws protecting different status.