Wind Turbine Technician
Inspect, diagnose, adjust, or repair wind turbines. Perform maintenance on wind turbine equipment including resolving electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic malfunctions.
At a Glance
Wind Turbine Technician. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2 years. Top skills: Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Operations, Leadership.
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High school or GED
2 years
4
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Wind Turbine Service Technicians
Median Wage
$62,580/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+49.9%
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (21)
Wind Turbines
Turbines
Wind Turbine Maintenance
Environment Health And Safety
Power Tool Operation
Electronic Components
Hand Tools
Hydraulics
Heavy Equipment
Facility Repair And Maintenance
Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Wind Farming
Commissioning
Data Recording
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Technical Communication
Safety Procedures
Circuit Diagrams
Arboriculture
Good Driving Record
Performance Review
Common Skills (8)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Operations
Leadership
Management
Proactivity
Report Writing
Computer Literacy
Detail Oriented
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
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