Technician, Field Wind Blade Repair

TPI Composites; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

TPI Composites is seeking a Field Blade Repair Technician to perform damage assessment, repair, finishing, and inspection of wind turbine blades at wind farm sites across the United States. The role involves hands-on repairs, wet layups, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams.

Ideal candidates will have blade repair experience at wind farms, relevant safety certifications (OSHA 10, Self-rescue, First Aid/CPR), and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing wind turbine blades at wind farms.
• Self-rescue certification and First Aid/CPR.
• OSHA 10, down tower, and up tower certifications; GWO certification preferred.
• Ability to understand repair instructions and follow safety procedures.
• Experience with blade repair chemicals.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a safe work environment and to follow safety standards.

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 support as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality to determine best repair methods.
• Understand repair instructions and perform repairs per defect reports.
• Complete repair detail sheets for each repair performed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Independent and team work

Safety minded

Valid US driver's license

Job description

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.