Wind Turbine Technician Training at a Glance
Nowadays, more and more emphasis is being placed on generating energy with cost-efficient, environmentally friendly sources. This has created a variety of career avenues that can be pursued in the energy industry.
The demand for wind technicians is strong... in fact, it's one of the fastest-growing jobs in the United States.63 In just seven months, students in the wind turbine technician training program can gain the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to become wind turbine technicians.1
Select campus locations offer the eight-month Electrical & Wind Turbine Technology program, which features courses that are focused on construction/technical trades and electrical knowledge.130 The San Antonio, Rancho Cucamonga, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lisle and Houston campuses offer this program. VA benefits may not be available for all locations.
7-8 months
6 campuses
Wind Turbine Technician Training
Wind turbine technicians, also known as wind plant technicians, inspect and service wind turbine towers. This is typically done by climbing a ladder inside the turbine or riding an elevator to the desired working height. In some cases, they’re lifted by helicopter!
Students can choose from two different wind turbine training programs to prepare for careers as wind turbine technicians:
Electrical & Wind Turbine Technology program: Our eight-month program focuses on construction, technical trades and electrical. The program emphasizes applications used in the field, including electrical troubleshooting and wiring.130 This training prepares students for roles in construction focused wind industries. VA benefits may not be available for all locations.
Wind turbine technician training: This seven-month program helps equip students with skills employers in the wind industry are looking for and prepares them for entry-level technician jobs. This training is offered at our Canton, and Lisle campuses.
Wind Turbine Courses
The Electrical & Wind Turbine Technology program incorporates courses centered on construction and electrical applications across residential, commercial and industrial settings. Courses also focus on providing students entering the wind industry with the fundamental knowledge for technician tasks. Courses include the following*:
- Introduction to Technical Trades
- Applied Math and Measuring Tools
- Electrical Wiring
- Electrical Applications
- Electrical and Electronics Troubleshooting
- Renewable Energy and Control Devices
- Wind Turbine Components
- Wind Turbine Operations, Climb & Rescue / GWO - BST
*Courses will vary for the Wind Turbine Technician program.
Wind Turbine Technician Career Paths and Opportunities
Students in wind turbine technician training are taught the skills they need to feel confident working in entry-level positions. Our grads start out prepared to work as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles. As with any industry, over time, they may be able to advance in their career with experience and hard work.77 Here are some examples of entry-level and advanced wind turbine technician careers:
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
Wind Technician School Locations
VA benefits may not be available for all locations.
The Future of Wind
Renewable, clean energy has become more of a focus in today’s climate and we can train you to help meet the demand for wind turbine technicians.