Wind Turbine Technician Jobs Hiring Near You
About $28-$34/hr (roughly $58,000-$70,000/yr). The BLS median was $62,580/yr in May 2024. Site-based techs with a few years in are commonly in this band before overtime. · Demand: Very high and growing fast
Wind turbine technician jobs put you up in the towers you see out in the fields, keeping the machines spinning. You climb the tower, run maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic faults, and bring turbines back online. It is hands-on work, part mechanic and part electrician, and one of the fastest-growing jobs in the country.
Most wind tech jobs pay about $28 to $34 an hour, roughly $58,000 to $70,000 a year, and you can start with a one-year certificate and no college degree. Every job below shows the pay upfront, so you know the number before you apply. Find one near you and apply in one tap.
Wind Turbine Tech jobs: common questions
How much do wind turbine technicians make?
Most earn about $28 to $34 an hour, roughly $58,000 to $70,000 a year. New techs often start near $20 to $26, and experienced, traveling, or offshore techs can clear $80,000 to $100,000 with overtime and per-diem.
Are wind turbine techs in demand?
Yes. It is one of the fastest-growing jobs in the U.S., with strong demand from both new wind farms and the thousands of turbines already standing that need service for decades.
How fast can I start?
Fast. A community college certificate takes about a year, and some service and staffing companies hire and train entry-level or traveling techs in a matter of weeks.
Do I need a degree to be a wind turbine technician?
No four-year degree. A high school diploma or GED plus safety certs (GWO and OSHA) is the real bar. Most techs start with a one-year certificate or a paid apprenticeship.
New to this trade?
Read the full Wind Turbine Tech career guide: what it pays, the certs and licenses you need, apprenticeships, and the exact steps to get in.