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Wind Turbine Service Technician

Inspect, diagnose, adjust, or repair wind turbines. Perform maintenance on wind turbine equipment including resolving electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic malfunctions.

Annual openings

89

Median wage

$74,740

Typical education

Associate's degree

Growth 2026–2032

+31%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Career requirements

What does this career require?

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Typical education

Associate's degree

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Credential detail

Training and certifications from the Global Wind Organization. OSHA 10 certification is valued, though not usually required before you get into the industry.

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

Employer competency information

  • Lifelong Learning - Renewables is a growing industry. Careers can go many different directions if employees want to learn more.
  • Working with Tools and Technology — The ability to use tools to construct things in a safe manner, mechanical/electrical aptitude, the ability to solve problems, the use of computers, and the ability to read schematics are valuable.
  • Communication and Teamwork — You will be working as part of a team, so good communication and teamwork skills and a positive attitude are important.
  • Working outdoors — Installation work is generally outdoors and involves physical activity, so an interest in working outside is a plus for many of the jobs.
Wind Turbine Technicians have been identified as one of the fastest growing jobs in the US.
Wind Turbine Technician are in high demand in Colorado and across the country. Some companies support travel to jobs in different locations.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerNo
  • OutdoorsYes
  • With your handsYes

Interests it draws on

  • Trades
  • Renewable Energy

Automation exposure

High exposure

Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.

A typical day

  1. Diagnose problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.
  2. Test electrical components of wind systems with devices, such as voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, infrared testers, or fiber optic equipment.
  3. Start or restart wind turbine generator systems to ensure proper operations.
  4. Climb wind turbine towers to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
  5. Maintain tool and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.
  6. Test structures, controls, or mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems, according to test plans or in coordination with engineers.
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