Level 4 Lead Blade Technician

My client is currently searching for L4 Lead Blade Repair Technicians. (Must have rights to work in USA.)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Glass Layer Scarfing:

   • Independently perform scarfing on up to 15 layers of glass, ensuring alignment with engineering guidelines.

2. Blade Damage Assessment and Repair Strategy:

   • Evaluate structural damage to wind turbine blades and work with engineering teams to formulate appropriate repair strategies.

3. Blade Model Identification:

   • Recognize different blade models and understand the distinct repair techniques required for each.

4. Transversal Crack Repairs:

   • Carry out repairs on transversal cracks independently, without requiring supervision.

5. Trailing Edge (TE) Bond Line Repairs:

   • Conduct TE bond line repairs autonomously, with precision based on blade-specific measurements.

6. Lightning Damage Inspection and Repair:

   • Perform inspections, testing, and repairs related to lightning damage, including maintenance of the blade and the Lightning Protection System (LPS).

7. Mentorship and Team Support:

   • Assist and guide other technicians, contributing to their professional growth and supporting their tasks.

Skills and Qualifications:

1. Experience and Certifications:

   • Proven experience in blade repair, particularly on wind farms.
   • Certified in self-rescue techniques and First Aid/CPR.
   • Must hold current OSHA 10, down tower, and up tower certifications; GWO certification is advantageous.

2. Technical Expertise:

   • Ability to follow detailed repair instructions accurately.
   • Proficient in handling chemicals used in blade repair processes.

3. Independent and Collaborative Work:

   • Capable of working independently without supervision and effectively collaborating within a team.

4. Physical and Environmental Capabilities:

   • Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for extended periods and work in confined spaces.
   • Prepared to work in various outdoor weather conditions.
   • Must meet physical fitness requirements as needed.

5. Adaptability and Mobility:

   • Willing to work on-site, often in remote locations away from home.
   • Adaptable to changes in project scope and schedule.

6. Driving and Safety Standards:

   • Valid US driver's license with a driving record that adheres to company policies.
   • Committed to maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to safety protocols.

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