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Wind Turbine Service Technicians

Wind turbine service technicians inspect, maintain, and repair wind turbines at utility-scale facilities and wind farms. They diagnose and fix electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic problems to keep turbines operating safely and efficiently. Most work outdoors at heights, visiting multiple turbines across different weather conditions.

$64,120median pay, U.S., per year

$58,840–$78,010middle half earn

9,980employed in the U.S.

Certificate or training programtypical education

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A day in the work

A typical week involves climbing turbines to inspect components, troubleshooting equipment using diagnostic tools, and performing scheduled maintenance tasks. Technicians replace worn parts, test electrical systems, and repair hydraulic leaks. Work assignments depend on turbine locations and seasonal weather. Some days are spent in training or at ground-level work preparing tools and reviewing maintenance logs.

Who this work suits

Realistic

100Conventional

55Investigative

43Enterprising

13Social

10Artistic

Holland code RCI. Realistic work is hands-on, practical work with tools, machines or the outdoors. Aptly’s interest assessment scores you on the same six scales.

You tend to prefer hands-on, practical work with clear processes and measurable results. You're comfortable following established procedures and troubleshooting systematically, and you value job stability in a growing industry that relies on consistent, skilled maintenance.

What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most people in this occupation hold a certificate or training program.

Skills that matter most

Operations MonitoringEquipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingRepairingCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionMonitoringComplex Problem Solving

Knowledge areas

MechanicalComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityEngineering and TechnologyEducation and Training

Pay by state

State	25th pct	Median	75th pct	Employed
New York	$73,490	$81,330	$94,530	390
Kansas	$61,900	$78,240	$80,190	330
California	$64,980	$77,910	$100,880	400
Indiana	$63,030	$76,680	$78,720	140
Washington	$62,180	$75,880	$79,330	210
Iowa	$58,840	$74,880	$80,140	900
Colorado	$62,810	$74,740	$78,050	410
Ohio	$58,620	$73,880	$81,190	120
South Dakota	$60,910	$73,820	$77,960	180
North Dakota	$57,410	$66,700	$79,400	310
North Carolina	$61,040	$66,380	$77,950	120
Arizona	$61,640	$66,330	$79,730	80

All 25 states

Certifications people in this field hold

Small Wind Installer - Level 1 (SWI) — ETA International
Small Wind Associate (SWA) — North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners

Training

Local training programs Certifications Licenses in your state Apprenticeships

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Job titles in this occupation

Wind Turbine Technician Wind Technician

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O*NET-SOC 49-9081.00 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.