Composite Blade Technician III

Your Impact

Wind Turbine Traveling Technicians (Composite Repair) specialize in conducting inspection and corrective repair of composite Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) components, utilizing established procedures, with the highest regard for health, safety, and environmental compliance. Wind Turbine Traveling Composite Technician will be responsible for internal and external inspection and repair of blades, nacelles, and other composite components, and will carry out tasks such as sanding, cleaning, cutting and lay-up of fiberglass, carbon fiber and resin materials. As required, they may also assist in service and repair work on other wind turbine generator components, as well as related equipment and balance-of-plant. This position is 100% travel.

Core Responsibilities

Strong verbal and written communication.

Evaluate, inspect, diagnose and document internal and external composite blade damage, then photograph and assemble documentation as required.

Perform coating and structural repairs of internal and external composite blade structures, such as wind turbine blades and nacelles.

Modify and repair fiberglass, carbon fiber, resin and other composite materials as needed.

Work with site leadership to execute all contractual obligations and activities set forth with the customers daily, which can include composite repairs with respect to wind turbines.

Complete and maintain required company and client documentation and records, using computer-based service reporting tools and procedures.

Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) as required to maintain a safe working environment.

Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.

Core Experience

Minimum 2 year of experience working with composite materials in any industry.

Familiar with internal and external adhesive bonding.

Understanding of mixed ratios for all composite repair chemicals.

Basic knowledge of repairing leading edge (LE) and trailing edge (TE) cracks.

WDI/TWP/Work instruction.

Work within confined space areas, such as inside a wind turbine blade.

Read and understand electrical schematic drawings.

Must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English to safely perform job duties, interpret technical instructions, and communicate effectively with team members and customers. Interpreter services are not available for this position.

Physical/Work Environment

Ability and willingness to climb a wind turbine vertically at least 300 feet.

Maintain a weight between 120 and 280 pounds, including clothing and boots, for OSHA safety compliance.

Lift and move equipment as needed (more than 50 pounds).

Work in an indoor or outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions with blowing pollen, dust, and grasses.

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices.  Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation.  We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.

This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range

$38—$43 USD