Level III Wind Blade Repair and Inspection Technician

at  Rockwood Service Corporation

Position Summary:
Acuren Wind Canada is actively seeking Senior Wind Blade Repair and Inspection Technicians to join our team and support operations throughout Canada. This is a full-time, permanent position that includes health and dental benefits, and eligibility for performance-based and a sign-on bonus.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years of wind industry experience.
• Minimum 3 year of experience in blade inspection and repair work.
• High School Diploma. Preference will be given to candidates with a Technician Wind certification and experienced with a wide variety of turbine platforms and blade types.
• A valid drivers’ license is required.
• Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, Confined Space, and CPR certifications are an asset.
• IRATA Level III or SPRAT Level III Certification; GWO Certification would be an asset.
• Adaptable to travel and productively work in remote locations across Canada for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work overtime and rotating shifts as required.
• Dexterity to traverse rough/slippery terrain on heavy construction sites.
• Physical and emotional capability to ascend to considerable heights (100m/330ft) by vertical ladder, suspended platform, boom truck, lifts or utilizing rope access technology, multiple times per day, while carrying up to 15kgs/30lbs of additional weight.
• Physical capability to bend, kneel, climb, and squat with full range of motion and for prolonged periods of time.
• Comfortable with working in a confined space.
• Demonstrated effective hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
• Capability to lift to 25kgs/50lbs unassisted (on occasion up to 35kgs/75lbs).
• Familiarity and comfort in the operation of mechanized hand tools.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse team.
• Ability to work productively in a variety of adverse conditions.
• Physical and psychological fitness, with the ability to successfully submit to drug and alcohol testing on a random schedule.
• Ability to comply with Acuren and/or client-required pandemic policies prior to employment and continued compliance with adaptive Acuren and/ or client pandemic policies.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English is required – French is an asset.

• Lead structural internal and external fiberglass repairs, ensuring repairs are completed to company quality standards.
• Direct team(s) with a safety-first approach and document repair and inspection findings.
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.
• Interpret Work Instructions and Reference material related to repairs and materials.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
• Work at heights more than 300 feet via rope access or suspended platform, in confined spaces and for extended periods of time in remote locations in variable climates and environments.
• Flexibility to work overtime and rotating shifts as required.
• Have a comprehensive knowledge of advanced rescue techniques.
• Be able to demonstrate all the skills and knowledge required of Rope Access Technicians
• Ensure operational safety of all equipment.
• May instruct and supervise others.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by operations.