Senior Wind Technician
Green EnergyYou've logged thousands of hours at 300+ feet and can diagnose turbine problems by sound alone. You lead complex repairs — blade work, gearbox replacements, advanced electrical troubleshooting — and mentor the trainees who are still white-knuckling the climb. The pay is excellent, the travel is constant, and you've become the person they call when nobody else can figure it out.
Salary Range
Low
$62k
Median
$78k
High
$95k
10-Year Growth
50%
US Workers
14K
Education
Wind energy certificate + manufacturer-specific training + 4-8 years experience
Environment
outdoor
Tools & Technical Skills
- ▸Advanced electrical troubleshooting (480V+ systems)
- ▸Gearbox & generator repair
- ▸Composite blade repair & inspection
- ▸SCADA data analysis & performance optimization
- ▸Manufacturer-specific training certifications
- ▸Crew supervision & mentoring
- ▸Work at height rescue procedures
People & Mindset Skills
- ▸Leadership
- ▸Problem-solving
- ▸Independence
- ▸Mentoring ability
- ▸Decision-making
- ▸Physical endurance
- ▸Safety consciousness
Learn the skills
Courses and certifications to get you job-ready
SCADA data analysis & performance optimization
What you'll actually do
- 01Lead complex repair jobs — gearbox, generator, and blade replacements
- 02Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting on 480V+ systems
- 03Mentor and train junior technicians in the field
- 04Analyze SCADA data to diagnose recurring performance issues
- 05Coordinate with site management on maintenance schedules and priorities
- 06Climb towers in conditions that would make most people stay on the ground
Career Path
Where this role sits in the bigger picture — and where it can take you.
Wind Tech Trainee
$38k–$46k
Wind Turbine Technician
$46k–$63k
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