Traveling Blade Repair Technician II - 100% Travel - US Nationwide

Vestas

The Role

Overview

Traveling blade repair technician for wind turbines across the United States

Key Responsibilities

  • safety inspections
  • problem solving
  • cost coding
  • blade maintenance
  • turbine repair
  • construction oversight

Tasks

-Conduct safety inspections and ensure a secure working environment. -Address advanced problem-solving tasks with effective self-management. -Travel to different sites, work with diverse teams, and engage with varied experiences, including travel management and cost coding. -Perform skilled-level blade composite maintenance as part of turbine upkeep and repair. -Diagnose, repair, and maintain wind turbines with your team. -Work on construction and installation projects, overseeing the full life cycle of turbines.

Requirements

  • high school
  • driver’s license
  • wind tech
  • safety cert
  • physical fitness
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-You have a high school diploma (or equivalent), a valid driver’s license, and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship. -Able to work well with others and enjoy collaborative environments. -Due to design parameters of fall protection equipment, the combined weight of prospective employee, required PPE and gear shall not exceed 300 lbs. Required PPE and gear may weigh up to 40 lbs. -Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as needed, as well as hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. -Highly developed problem-solving abilities and an engaged approach to responsibilities. -At least 6 months with a Wind Technician certificate, or 1 year of wind turbine experience, or 2 years in mechanical or electrical fields. -Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. -Hearing ability to use telephones, close range radios or related device. -Visual acuity including depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors. -This role offers exposure to a wide range of turbine platforms, site conditions, and team environments—ideal for technicians who thrive on variety and continuous learning. -Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to, but not more than 50 lbs. in weight. -Safety-conscious and committed to best practices. -Ability to observe training and obtain certification in required safety programs that include LOTO, Electrical Qualification, Fall Arrest & High Angle Rescue & Emergency Decent, and Confined Space. -Ability to speak, read and follow instructions in English. -Ability to climb stairs & vertical ladders to heights of 60 to 100 meters and at times supervise work in confined space environments. -Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including controlled decent practical exercises. -Physically fit, comfortable working in various conditions, and at heights.

Benefits

-Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. -Opportunities for career progression and pay-for-certification growth. -Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. -An established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace. -401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.

The Company

About Vestas

-Evolved from steel tools to become a global wind turbine pioneer. -Designs, manufactures, sells, installs and maintains wind farms across onshore and offshore projects. -Manufacturing spans dozens of countries, with flagship facilities in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. -Known for landmark projects like Europe’s oldest offshore wind farm and turbine prototypes. -Specialises in wind energy infrastructure, from regional turbines to service hub networks. -Innovative developments include stealth blades, hybrid quadrotor tests, and tall turbine towers.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Wind

Industrial

Infrastructure

Utilities

Solar

Government

Water Resources

Commercial

Residential

Transport

Marine

Heavy Civil

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