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June 23

WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN TRAINING NEAR WESTLAND, MI

Wind Turbine Technician Training Near Westland, Mi

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As the demand for clean energy continues to rise, the importance of wind turbines and the technicians who maintain them becomes increasingly evident in our pursuit of a sustainable future.


If you’ve been looking for a Michigan trade school, Universal Technical Institute's wind turbine school stands out for its innovative curriculum and industry-aligned approach.1 Read more about the program below!

WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN TRAINING NEAR WESTLAND, MI

UTI's Wind Power Technician program features state-of-the-industry facilities and experienced instructors who provide students with a supportive learning environment where they can develop their technical abilities and critical thinking skills.

The Wind Power Technician training program is 7 months long, and graduates are ready to pursue a career as a technician.

WIND TURBINE COURSES OFFERED

Our wind turbine school covers a range of topics in the program’s wind courses, including:

  • Energy Industrial Fundamentals and Safety Compliance
  • Math, OSHA-10 and First Aid
  • Applied Physics and Precision Measuring
  • DC and AC Basic Electricity
  • Advanced Electrical Theory
  • Renewable Energy Sources
  • Wind Technology and Components
  • Wind Turbine Operation
  • Climb and Rescue

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR WESTLAND, MI

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for wind power technicians was $61,770 in May 2023.61 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.

WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN JOBS IN WESTLAND, MI

Wind turbine training from UTI helps prepare students for entry-level roles in the field. As with any industry, over time, technicians may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work.77 Here are some of the positions students can aspire to reach.


Entry-level:

Advanced:

  • Troubleshooting technician
  • LOTO I & II specialist
  • Wind farm support specialist
  • Research and development
  • Electrical engineer
  • Environmental engineer
  • Materials engineer

DIRECTIONS FROM WESTLAND, MI, TO UTI CANTON

Interested in exploring the labs and classrooms at our wind turbine school? All you need to do is book a campus tour and head on over using the directions below!

  1. Via Ford Road. (5 miles)
    1. Head west on Ford Road toward Justice Drive. (1.7 miles)
    2. Turn left onto North Lotz Road. (2.1 miles)
    3. Turn right onto Palmer Road. (0.5 miles)
    4. Turn left onto South Haggerty Road. (0.6 miles)
    5. Turn left. (0.1 miles)
    6. Turn left and arrive at campus. (85 feet)

Campus Details

2955 South Haggerty Road

Canton, Michigan 48188

M-TH | 8am-8pm | Hours

F | 8am-5pm | Hours

800-447-1310 | Campus

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STUDENT SERVICES

Throughout your trade school journey, UTI Canton is dedicated to supporting you. We have a variety of support service teams ready to lend a helping hand!

FINANCIAL AID

Looking to understand the choices available for covering trade school tuition expenses? Investigate different scholarship, grant, and loan alternatives for qualifying candidates with assistance from our Financial Aid team.10

HOUSING ASSISTANCE

Seek out shared or private housing options near campus. Collegiate Housing Services is available to help you find what works!

CAREER SERVICES

From practice interviewing to looking for job opportunities, our Career Services team is here to help you.

OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THIS CAMPUS

Not only does Canton offer industry-standard wind training, but we also have energy, HVACR, welding, aviation and robotics and automation programs.

Airframe and Powerplant

Through practical training in industry-standard labs, students hone their skills in troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of aviation systems. Graduates of this program can apply and test for Airframe and Powerplant FAA certification!128

Industrial Maintenance

The 7-month industrial maintenance technician program can prepare you to work on the machines used across the power generation and manufacturing industry. Gain the theoretical and hands-on training needed to pursue roles with confidence.

Robotics and Automation

Students learn skills related to the high-tech fields of robotics and automation in one year that prepares them for careers as techs.7

HVACR

Through the 10-month HVACR Technician program, students learn topics ranging from heating systems to air conditioning principles to prepare for a career as an HVACR tech.

Welding

Instructors with hands-on experience in welding help guide students in this foundational program that teaches them the main arc welds.

GET WIND TRAINING NEAR WESTLAND, MI

For those passionate about making a positive impact on the environment while pursuing a hands-on career, UTI's wind turbine school can be a great place to start.

Enroll today or request more information here!

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.10) Financial aid, scholarships and grants are available to those who qualify. Awards vary due to specific conditions, criteria and state.61) The Wind Technician training program prepares graduates for entry-level positions using the provided training, primarily as wind power technicians. Estimated annual salary is for Wind Turbine Service Technicians as published in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages. Entry-level salaries are lower for graduates. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. Graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on economic factors, personal credentials, work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer, and their compensation programs. Some graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than as wind power technicians, such as installation technicians and field service technicians. Salary information for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is available at https://lmi.dua.eol.mass.gov/lmi/OccupationalEmploymentAndWageSpecificOccupations#. Salary information for North Carolina: The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the hourly median wage for skilled wind turbine technicians in North Carolina is $34.35 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages, Wind Turbine Service Technicians). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data. However, the 25th and 10th percentile of hourly earnings in North Carolina are $32.45 and $31.97, respectively.77) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI prepares graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.79) UTI aviation maintenance programs prepare graduates to apply and test for FAA mechanic certification. Graduates who don’t obtain certification may have fewer career opportunities. Some graduates get jobs in aviation or related industries other than as aviation maintenance technicians. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment, salary or FAA certification.128) UTI will pay for certain third-party FAA certification exam fees for qualifying students. See catalog for details and requirements.

Universal Technical Institute of Illinois, Inc. is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

*Registration Fee Waiver will apply to any student who enrolls by July 31, 2025, with a start date between March 31, 2025, and September 25, 2025.

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