What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wind Turbine Blade Repair Apprentice position at GEV Wind Power?
GEV Wind Power is seeking enthusiastic entry-level Technicians to join our 2-year Apprenticeship Program. This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about renewable energy to kickstart their careers in the wind industry, specifically focusing on composite fiberglass blade repair. During the apprenticeship program, you will learn and perform the following tasks:
Work under the direction and oversight of an experienced journeyman composite blade repair technician
Travel 100% to operating windfarms and windfarms under construction across North America (subject to an 8 week on/1 week off rotation)
Tasks taught and performed will include:
Drive a 3/4 ton pickup with a trailer from warehouse to jobsites
Climb wind turbines multiple times per day up to 400
Identify and perform proper waste and chemical storage and disposal
Assist with wind farm traffic control
Review and read work instructions and repair specifications
Test air quality, wind speed and temperature
Clean and perform good housekeeping worksite
Rig/derig and suspend/store platforms and scaffolding, including managing, attending and securing tag lines
Operate and tend electric chain hoist to lift heavy bags to height up to 250 - 400 feet
Load and unload materials and tooling
Assist journeyman blade repair technician in performance of repairs
Grind damaged fiberglass, sand and clean damaged areas
Prepare, mix and apply resins, epoxies and paint to repaired fiberglass
Attend and perform daily safety checks including job safety hazard, vehicle inspections, PPE safety checks and inspection of tools & equipment
Qualifications:
Prefer recent graduate of a trade or technical school focused on wind energy, composites, or a related field; or military background
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with tools and equipment.
IT literate (email, internet, iPad)
Willing to spend extensive time traveling in the field
Flexibility for changes of scope
Ability to work well as a team and take guidance
Valid, current driver's license
Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle
Must have a satisfactory criminal record, MVR and pre-employment drug screen
Must be able to meet the strenuous physical requirements of climbing ladders 2 or more times per day up to 400 feet, bend, crawl, stoop and lift up to 75 pounds (will be required to complete a fit-for-duty physical exam)
Comfortable working at heights and in varying weather conditions.
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
