Blade Traveling Service Technician m​/f​/d

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REQUISITION

LOCATION:

CA

DEPARTMENT:
Service

Do you want to be part of an agile team where colleagueship truly matters?

As a global company, we interact with a variety of people and cultures. Integrity, Respect, Colleagueship and Ownership are the unifying force for all departments and regions around the world. It’s the individual that defines the team. And it’s the team that makes the difference. Join the #TEAMNORDEX and shape the future of energy with us.

The role of Blade Traveling Service Technician directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As a Blade Traveling Service Technician, you will be responsible to inspect, diagnose, adjust, or repair wind turbines and complete multiple‑layer blade repairs in the field, while performing maintenance on wind turbine blade equipment including resolving electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic malfunctions.

• Performs blades major corrective repairs, maintenances, inspections, retrofits, large component exchanges, and repairs as assigned throughout the U.S. and Canada safely and efficiently following company procedures and processes.
• Diagnoses, analyzes, and resolves issues on blades wind turbines.
• Utilizes specialized tooling and equipment to perform activities.
• Identifies potential hazards and communicates to management.
• Follows defined instructions and schedules, executes plans as directed, and performs according to the instructions from Resource Management.
• Establishes and maintains proper business relationships with customers, subcontractors, and peers, as well as performs necessary administrative duties accurately.
• Utilizes appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed safely.
• Maintains, properly, tools and equipment used to perform repair activities
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

• High school diploma preferred OR an equivalent combination of experience, technical training, and safety certifications.
• A 2-year degree in wind turbine technology or a similar field is strongly preferred
• 2-5 years of field service experience preferred with operations and maintenances, troubleshooting, inspections, large component exchanges, and repairs of wind turbines
• Understanding of Epoxy and Polyester resins
• Wet lay‑up and Vacuum bag techniques
• Handling of Balsa and foam core materials
• Experience in structural repair
• Knowledge of fiberglass reinforcement
• Awareness and safety of powered hand tools
• Quality knowledge of specification at temperature and humidity restrictions
• Ability to read complex technical drawings and processes
• Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high voltage equipment
• Able to work at heights over 60 to 130 meters
• Demonstrated use and understanding of power tools
• Ability to read, interpret and understand drawings, schematics, instructions, and schedules
• Maintain required training certifications such as rigger/signal person certification and crane calling certification
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with internet‑based programs, MS Office, and ability to generate data and reports using a computer
• Flexibility for changes of scope
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, working effectively both independently and as part of a team, while remaining receptive to guidance and feedback
• Willing to spend time away from home in the field
• Ability to travel 100% of the time domestically and internationally for extended periods and also requires working overtime, including flexible and variable work schedules as needed to meet business needs
• Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment physical administered by a medical examiner to ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the position
• Ability to meet specific OSHA and ANSI…