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Home to the country’s largest wind farm and one of the top ten wind-producing states, California is a great location to train to become a wind turbine technician. In just 30 weeks, you could complete training at a wind turbine technician school. See more about our Rancho Cucamonga campus and what makes it a great location to train below.
WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN SCHOOL PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Wind Turbine Technician training program at UTI Rancho Cucamonga is designed to build your knowledge from the ground up to get you career ready.1 Whether you have prior experience or you’re brand-new to the field, this program can equip you with the skills you need to feel confident as you pursue a future in the industry.
At UTI Rancho Cucamonga, we combine hands-on labs with an instructor-led curriculum developed hand-in-hand with industry experts, so you know you’ll be learning relevant information fit to wind industry needs.18
WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN TRAINING
Wind turbine technicians install, maintain and repair the three major components of the turbine — the generator, drive-line components and blades — on a regular basis. This is done by entering the turbine through the base of the tower and climbing a ladder or riding an elevator up through the tower shaft.
Many students choose the Wind Turbine Technician training program because of its speed to graduation and the growing demand in the field.63
What Makes Wind Turbine Technician Training Different With Us?
- Connections with employers1
- Complete the program in just 30 weeks
- No prior experience needed
- Hands-on learning that mirrors real-world experience
- Train in California, a leading state for wind power!
WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN COURSES IN RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA
Course topics in the Wind Turbine Technician training program include:
- Energy Industrial Fundamentals and Safety Compliance
- Practical Math and Applied Physics
- DC and AC Electrical Theory
- Metrology
- Renewable Energy and Control Devices
- Wind Turbine Components
- Wind Turbine Operations, Climb & Rescue
WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN CAREER OUTLOOK & OPPORTUNITIES IN RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA
Rancho Cucamonga can be a great place to work with its climate, amenities and economy. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for wind power technicians in California was $62,750 in May 2022.61 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
Most of our grads start out working as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles. As with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with hard work. Some entry-level and advanced roles could include:77
Entry-level
- Wind Turbine Technician
- Installation Technician
- Field Service Technician
Advanced
- Troubleshooting Technician
- LOTO I & II Specialist
- Wind Farm Support Specialist
- Electrical Engineer
- Environmental Engineer
- Materials Engineer
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How long does it take to become a wind turbine technician?
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WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN TRAINING NEAR ME
With its rich heritage, historic Route 66 and the San Gabriel Mountians nearby, Rancho Cucamonga is a great place to train. Plus, UTI Rancho Cucamonga is only about 42 miles east of ever-vibrant downtown Los Angeles, so there are plenty of things to do while training to become a wind turbine technician.
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9494 Haven Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
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