Rope Access Technician

About the role:

As a Rope Access Technician you will safely use rope access methods to access findings on blades, help develop access work plans to complete category 1-III repairs.

You will report to the access manager and be located at sites based on customer needs. This will be a 100% travel position.

Responsibilities:

• Safely use rope access methods to access findings on blades
• Help develop access work plan(s)
• Complete category I - III composite repairs to field supervisor/blade manager standards
  • Understand the proper execution of:Repairs using of UV resin systems, UV filler systems, and single stage topcoat systems
  • Standard sandwich repairs
  • Standard cosmetic repairs
  • Standard blade inspections

• Use BHI's reporting system to document inspections, category I – III repairs, and material requests
• Complete daily forms to maintain the safety standards of BHI and its clients
• Mentor less experienced technicians
• other tasks as assigned by the field supervisor(s), project manager(s), and blade manager.

Qualifications:

• Active/valid SPRAT or IRATA II/III certifications
• Soft Skills: Communication, transparency, responsiveness, and integrity.
• Willingness to work from suspended platforms to support BHI's clients
• Understanding of basic theory behind composites
• Understand LOTO methods/best practices
• Understanding of chemicals including UV resin systems, UV filler systems, and single stage topcoat systems
• Understand and execution of chamfering/scarfing methods of multiple manufacturers

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. We estimate the hourly pay range for this position, which depends on qualifications, to be $37 to $42 per hour.

Physical Requirements

Per industry standards, industry standards require BHI's composite technicians to:

• Climb wind turbines more than 300 feet
• Work at height (suspended 2m platform, 360° platform, aerial man lift, or rope access)
• Maintain a valid driver's license with clean motor vehicle record
• Demonstrate good working habits including attendance, housekeeping, teamwork, task prioritization, ethics, and communication.