Wind Turbine Technicians
At a Glance
$53,757
92
Certification
Occupation Profile
By The Numbers
Median Annual Earnings
$53,757
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Local Jobs
92
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Entry-Level Education
Certification
This is the most common education level requested in entry-level job listings.
Daily Tasks
- Troubleshoot or repair mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions related to variable pitch systems, variable speed control systems, converter systems, or related components.
- Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment, underground transmission systems, wind fields substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.
- Diagnose problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.
- Test electrical components of wind systems with devices, such as voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, infrared testers, or fiber optic equipment.
- Start or restart wind turbine generator systems to ensure proper operations.
- Climb wind turbine towers to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
- Test structures, controls, or mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems, according to test plans or in coordination with engineers.
- Maintain tool and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.
- Collect turbine data for testing or research and analysis.
- Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures.
Occupational Skills
What skills are necessary for Wind Turbine Technicians?
Hard Skills
Diagnostic Tools
Electrical Substation
Hydraulics
Mitigation
Power Tool Operation
Safety Standards
Turbines
Wind Farming
Wind Turbines
Soft Skills
Computer Literacy
Coordinating
Detail Oriented
First Aid
Management
Operations
Strong Work Ethic
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Valid Driver's License
Hard skills are specific, learnable, measurable, often industry- or occupation-specific abilities related to a position.
Soft skills can be self-taught and usually do not necessitate a certain completed level of education. They are essential in many industries and occupations.
Education Programs
Wind Turbine Technicians
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