Energy & Utilities
Wind Turbine Technician jobs
Wind techs climb and maintain wind turbines — mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems hundreds of feet up.
- Typical US pay
- $48k–$85k /yr
- ≈ $23–$41/hr
- Open jobs
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- Also called
- wind tech, windsmith, wind turbine service technician
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What does a wind turbine technician do?
- Climb towers and perform scheduled maintenance
- Troubleshoot generators, gearboxes and controls
- Torque and tension bolts
- Work in a rescue-trained two-person team
Key skills
- Climbing
- GWO training
- Electrical
- Hydraulics
- Torque tools
How to become a wind turbine technician
Wind energy technology program (often 1–2 years).
Licensing & certifications
GWO Basic Safety Training is standard.
Frequently asked questions
How much do wind turbine technicians make?
Wind Turbine Technicians in the US typically earn about $48k to $85k a year, depending on experience, location, specialty and union membership.
How do I become a wind turbine technician?
Wind energy technology program (often 1–2 years).
Do wind turbine technicians need a license?
GWO Basic Safety Training is standard.
What other job titles are there for wind turbine technicians?
Common titles include wind tech, windsmith, wind turbine service technician.
Pay ranges are approximate US figures for entry-level through experienced workers and vary by region, union status and specialty.