Description
composite inspection
damage repair
fiberglass layup
loto procedures
drawing interpretation
site coordination
The Wind Turbine Traveling Composite Technician (Composite Repair) conducts inspection and corrective repair of composite wind turbine generator components, travelling 100 % of the time. The role involves sanding, cleaning, cutting, and lay‑up of fiberglass, carbon fiber and resin on blades, nacelles and other composite parts, with opportunities for signing bonuses up to $6,500, quarterly performance bonuses, a company vehicle, and advanced career development training.
- Evaluate, inspect, diagnose, and document internal and external composite damage on wind turbine components, including photography.
- Perform coating and structural repairs on composite structures such as blades and nacelles using fiberglass, carbon fiber, and resin.
- Modify and repair composite materials, execute Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures, and interpret engineering drawings and lamination schedules.
- Coordinate with site leadership and engineering support to meet contractual obligations and execute non‑standard repairs.
- Maintain a weight between 120‑280 lb (including clothing and boots) for OSHA compliance.
- Work in indoor or outdoor conditions, including adverse weather, pollen, dust, and grasses.
Requirements
gwo certified
composite
team leadership
blade repair
adhesive bonding
turbine climbing
- Hold GWO certification or obtain it through Pearce’s training program.
- Minimum 3 years of experience working with composite materials.
- Proven technical and team leadership skills, including supervised composite blade damage assessment.
- Experience with lightning‑damage tip, carbon blade tip, and multi‑shell tip replacement.
- Skilled in internal and external adhesive bonding and repairing leading‑edge and trailing‑edge cracks.
- Knowledge of mix ratios for composite repair chemicals and ability to read electrical schematics.
- Ability and willingness to climb wind turbines up to 300 ft vertically.
- Lift and move equipment weighing more than 50 lb.
Benefits
Base pay ranges from $29 to $45 USD per hour, with additional performance, referral, and production incentives, as well as tool, equipment and fuel stipends, per‑diem, and a company vehicle. Full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) with employer match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.
Pearce is committed to fair, transparent pay practices and complies with state and federal pay‑transparency laws, encouraging open discussions about compensation during hiring. The company embraces an inclusive, family‑friendly culture that supports growth for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals across its nationwide presence.
Training + Development
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