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  1. Occupations
  2. Wind Turbine Service Technicians

Wind Turbine Service Technicians

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

SOC: 49-9081.00

Common Job Titles

  • Field Service Technician
  • Wind Farm Support Specialist
  • Wind Technician
  • Wind Turbine Technician

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Wind Turbine Service Technicians (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

11,220

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $49,110. 25th percentile: U.S. $58,910. 50th percentile: U.S. $62,580. 75th percentile: U.S. $75,640. 90th percentile: U.S. $88,090. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$49,110
10% of workers earn the following or more$88,090
Workers on average earn$67,580

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Mechanical4.5/5
  • Computers and Electronics4.2/5
  • English Language4.0/5
  • Public Safety and Security3.7/5
  • Engineering and Technology3.7/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software
  • Structured query language SQL

Technology Skills

  • Computerized diagnostic software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • IBM Maximo Asset Management
  • Industrial control systems software
  • Programmable logic controller PLC software
  • Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software
  • Vestas Wind Systems A/S Vestas Remote Panel
  • Web browser software

Tools & Equipment

  • Acid brushes
  • Adjustable widemouth pliers
  • Adjustable wrenches
  • Alternating current AC power analyzers
  • Amp clamp meters
  • Breaker bars
  • Claw hammers
  • Conventional watt meters
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

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Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

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  • Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators 51-8021.00

Moderately Similar

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  • Solar Photovoltaic Installers 47-2231.00
  • Power Distributors and Dispatchers 51-8012.00
  • Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay 49-2095.00

Related

  • Wind Energy Engineers 17-2199.10
  • Solar Energy Systems Engineers 17-2199.11
  • Hydroelectric Production Managers 11-3051.06
  • Wind Energy Development Managers 11-9199.10
  • Geothermal Production Managers 11-3051.02
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  • Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door 49-9012.00
  • Avionics Technicians 49-2091.00
  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment 49-2093.00
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Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

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  • CertificationCertified Industry 4.0 Technician - Applied (Capstone Exam)Issuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)