Qualification:
- Proven experience as a Wind Blade Composite Repair Technician or in a related field, with a strong understanding of composite materials, repair techniques, and NDT methods
- Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals, and repair specifications
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to wind turbine blade repair, such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OSHA regulations
- Ability to work at heights and in challenging environments, with a strong emphasis on safety
- Skilled in the use of hand and power tools, including grinders, sanders, and spray guns
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Willingness to travel to different job sites and work flexible hours
Education/Experience:
- High school or equivalent: or up to one-year related experience or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2-year related experience or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Successfully complete applicable safety and technical training program for the entry level wind technician.
- Able to demonstrate some basic computer knowledge.
- Able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly to:
- Stand, climb, use hands to fingers, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
- The employee is frequently to talk or hear
- The employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Able to work at heights, including climbing up and descending towers, working from a suspended platform or manlift, entering nacelles and hubs at extreme heights
- Able to work in a mechanical environment. This may have been achieved through formal training, previous work experience as an auto mechanic or the ability to demonstrate that an individual is mechanically inclined
- Able to operate company vehicles (field trucks) both on site as well as on public roads and highways
- Must have a current driver’s license with a good DMV printout
- Demonstrate good work habits, including but not limited to attendance, and maintaining a neat and orderly work environment
Working Conditions:
Composite Technicians spend 100% of their time in the field, excluding safety; Manager and scheduled training exercises. Technicians work in teams and are provided a company vehicle (service truck) in which they
carry the required tools and parts necessary to perform repairs and/or maintenance on turbines in multiple wind fields on any given day. Generally, Service Technicians work in extreme weather conditions.
EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:
- Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
- Comprehensive health coverage. EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Rewarding 401k. EDF Renewables provides a generous matching contribution.
We are also proud to offer:
- Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
- Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
- Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.
Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.
Salary range: the full salary range for this role is $22.00 to $36.00. The target range for this position is $22.00 to $32.00. We generally base our salary decisions on factors such as internal equity, candidate work and/leadership experience, educational credentials, and in some cases, candidate work location.
