Description

The Blade Repair Technician III works within a small team to prioritize and safely execute high-quality wind turbine blade maintenance and repair. Tasks include inspections, composite and fiberglass repairs, sanding, spraying, and using hanging platforms or scaffolding, often requiring vertical work and confined-space entry.

Safety is a core priority; technicians follow established protocols, conduct Job Hazard Analyses before work, and actively report unsafe conditions. The role also involves collaboration with managers, customers, engineers, and subcontractors while maintaining detailed documentation.

• Perform material and coating repairs on composite structures, including turbine blades.
• Follow technical documentation procedures (ITRs, ITBs, EVRs, etc.) to correctly carry out tasks.
• Conduct professional-grade sanding, cutting, grinding, cleaning, and lay-up of fiberglass, carbon fiber, coatings, and resin materials.
• Safely climb and descend wind turbines using established protocols.
• Operate hanging platforms and scaffolds safely.
• Collaborate with managers, leaders, and customer representatives to meet daily contractual obligations.
• Interact professionally with engineering, following lamination schedules to ensure quality repairs.
• Gather, maintain, and report detailed records and documents.
• Use appropriate PPE, rope access devices, repair tools, cameras, etc., for safe blade inspection and repairs.
• Report progress and results to supervisor.
• Participate in JSA and safety paperwork.
• Assist with LOTO procedures.
• Interface professionally with subcontractors and owners.
• Follow company NERC compliance program as required.
• Support tracking of deliveries on site.
• Follow safety and security procedures, taking appropriate action when needed.
• Report potentially unsafe conditions immediately.
• Attend work regularly and punctually as scheduled.
• Comply with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and company policies.
• Lead by example with a safety and quality‑oriented attitude.
• Collaborate with Health and Safety as required.
• Comply with environmental protection policies.
• Identify and segregate hazardous and non‑hazardous waste properly.
• Ensure Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) is completed before work scopes commence.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, with an associate technical degree preferred, and hold GWO certification. At least four years of related maintenance experience, knowledge of electrical systems and wind-technology platforms, and the ability to travel domestically 76-100 % are required.

• Hold high school/GED; associate technical degree preferred.
• Possess GWO certification; OSHA 10/30 certification preferred.
• Have 4+ years related maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of high‑voltage electrical systems, 2‑m basket, Microsoft Office, low/medium voltage systems, wind technologies, safety data sheets, OSHA regulations, equipment operation, JHA creation, electrical tools, ANSI/NETA/MTS, SCADA systems.
• Proficiency with hand tools (orbitals, grinders, etc.) and chemical products used in blade repair.
• Travel domestically 76‑100%; possess valid driver’s license and DOT medical certification.
• Maintain physical requirements per GWO guidelines; fluent in English; Spanish bilingual desirable.
• Physical demands: frequent climbing, lifting/carrying 16‑30 lb, crouching, kneeling, standing, walking; exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, vibration.
• Must pass background check and drug test; RES is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

The position offers an hourly salary ranging from $32.85 to $41.06, a comprehensive benefits package effective on day one, and paid time off including parental leave. Physical demands include frequent climbing and handling of 16-30 lb loads, and applicants must pass a background check, drug test, and meet DOT medical certification requirements.

• Receive job‑ and task‑specific training prior to work.
• Salary range $32.85‑$41.06 hourly, based on education, experience, location.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, HSA with employer contribution, FSAs, life insurance, short/long‑term disability, accident/hospital/critical illness coverage, 401(k) with 6% match, 2 weeks PTO, sick days, 10 paid holidays (including floating), paid parental leave, employee referral bonus.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance