Blade Technician 2

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Audubon is currently seeking Blade Technician 2 to join our team. The Blade Technician will perform skilled composite blade inspection, repair and installation work to approved procedures. Support safety, quality and reporting; mentor developing technicians and, when specifically authorized, lead lower-complexity work.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make safety the top priority. Recognize hazards, follow company and customer controls, and stop unsafe work. Report incidents, near misses and changing conditions immediately; resume only after hazards are addressed through the required process.
• Perform assigned blade inspections, damage mapping, composite and erosion repairs, and coating touch-ups. Install or replace serrations, leading-edge protection (LEP), vortex generators (VGs) and diverter strips within verified competency and approved work instructions, SOPs and customer specifications.
• Review the work scope and repair sequence with the Lead Technician.
• Identify unclear instructions, unexpected damage or conditions outside the approved repair before proceeding.
• Participate in JSA/PDR activities, briefings and required SOP reviews, including Engineering review before fixed-fee work. Apply identified controls and report changing conditions.
• Prepare surfaces and materials; perform mixing, layup, bonding, curing and finishing as authorized. Verify material condition, traceability, placement and required environmental and process conditions.
• Check assigned work against specified dimensions, sequence and acceptance requirements. Report defects and rework needs to the Lead; complete corrections only through approved instructions.
• Follow all engineering hold points. Notify the Lead when work is ready for inspection and wait for documented clearance before continuing or covering the repair.
• Capture clear before, during and after photos and complete assigned repair records at the required stages, with correct project, turbine, blade, location, date and repair identification.
• Provide accurate daily labor, progress, remaining-work, delay and material information for POD reporting. Submit records promptly and help resolve documentation gaps while on site.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated practical composite repair experience and verified ability to complete assigned blade repair tasks with limited task-level supervision.
• Ability to read repair instructions, use required measurement tools and identify deviations that require Lead or Engineering review.
• Working knowledge of repair materials, process controls and documentation, including digital photos and field records.
• Strong safety awareness, reliable teamwork and clear communication, including willingness to challenge unsafe conditions and support developing technicians.
• GE LOTO and Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) qualifications preferred. Hold or obtain required safety, access and customer qualifications before assigned work; electrical and turbine duties require current task-specific authorization.
• Reporting/oversight: None; reports to Field Service Manager and assigned Lead Composite Technician.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to climb wind turbines, work at heights and use approved fall protection and rescue equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must meet the applicable manufacturer and customer equipment ratings, including combined user, PPE and carried tools weight. Perform physical composite repair work, including standing, reaching, kneeling and handling tools and materials.

WORKING ENVIORNMENT:

• Field-based wind turbine work with travel up to 100%, extended deployments, variable R&R rotations and possible short-notice mobilization. Outdoor exposure to changing weather, noise, dust and work at heights; schedules may include overtime and weekends within approved safety limits.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

• All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
• Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
• Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
• Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled