The statistics above are from the US Department of Labor. (click here)
Wind Turbine Technicians (click here)
- Some desired qualifications for becoming a wind turbine technician are as follows:
- Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
- Strong mechanical skills, similar to those of an auto repair technician
- Good basic math and communication skills
- No fear of heights (servicing tall wind towers in the field will be part of the job).