ERIK PENA
Montgomery
Summary
Experienced in conducting thorough inspections and repairs on wind turbine blades, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and industry standards. Demonstrated ability to identify and address structural and aerodynamic issues, while maintaining a strong focus on safety protocols during high-angle climbing and confined space operations. Collaborated effectively with engineers and project managers to optimize performance and minimize downtime, documenting all activities for compliance purposes. Skills include safety compliance, incident reporting, and surveillance monitoring, relevant to maintaining secure access control as a Gate Guard.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Wind Blade Technician
Sky Climbers
01.2025 - Current
- Led advanced inspections and repairs on wind turbine blades, addressing complex structural, aerodynamic, and lightning damage.
- Performed precision composite repairs and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and industry standards.
- Coordinated with engineers and project managers to develop repair strategies, optimize turbine performance, and minimize downtime.
- Supervised safe work practices during high-angle climbing, rope access operations, and confined space entry.
Wind Blade Technician
Deriva
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Inspected, repaired, and maintained wind turbine blades to ensure safety, efficiency, and peak energy output.
- Performed structural and composite repairs using fiberglass, epoxy, and specialized materials.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces while strictly following OSHA and company safety protocols.
- Operated aerial lifts, rope access systems, and specialized tools to access and service turbine blades.
- Identified and repaired defects such as cracks, lightning strikes, and erosion damage to prevent costly failures.
- Collaborated with supervisors, engineers, and team members to complete projects on time and within quality standards.
- Documented all inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities for compliance and reporting.
Wind Blade Technician
Wind Composite Services Group
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Installed, maintained, and repaired wind turbine blades with precision and attention to safety.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces while following strict OSHA and NFPA safety protocols.
- Inspected and repaired structural damage using specialized tools and composite materials.
- Coordinated with team members to complete projects safely and efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Gained extensive experience in hazardous materials handling, risk assessment, and equipment maintenance.
Gate Guard
Pinch transport
Spring
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Monitored vehicle access and maintained security protocols, ensuring a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.
- Conducted routine inspections of premises and reported any suspicious activities, enhancing overall site security effectiveness.
- Assisted in training new staff on safety procedures and access protocols, fostering a knowledgeable and compliant security team.
Education
Texas EMS School - EMT-B
Texas EMS School
Spring, TX 02.2026 - 02.2026
High School -
Spring High School
Skills
- First aid & CPR
- EMT support
- Safety compliance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Working at heights
- Equipment maintenance
- Strong teamwork
- Decision-making under pressure
- Access control
- Safety inspections
- Surveillance monitoring
- Incident reporting
Timeline
Texas EMS School - EMT-B
Texas EMS School
02.2026 - 02.2026
Wind Blade Technician
Sky Climbers
01.2025 - Current
Wind Blade Technician
Deriva
01.2023 - 01.2025
Wind Blade Technician
Wind Composite Services Group
01.2020 - 01.2023
Gate Guard
Pinch transport
04.2018 - 11.2019
High School -
Spring High School