Inspect, diagnose, adjust, or repair wind turbines. Perform maintenance on wind turbine equipment including resolving electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic malfunctions.
Wind Turbine Service Technicians
SOC: 49-9081 O*NET: 49-9081.00
Median Salary
$62,580
per year
Job Growth
🚀 49.9%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.3
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Inspect, diagnose, adjust, or repair wind turbines. Perform maintenance on wind turbine equipment including resolving electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic malfunctions.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$37,548
25th
$50,064
50th (Median)
$62,580
75th
$75,096
90th
$93,870
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Very High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:13,600
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+49.9%
Annual Openings:2,300
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)13,600
Current
2034 (Projected)20,500
+49.9%
+6,800
Employment Change
+49.9%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Much faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Much faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Maintenance
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Repairing
Repairing
✓
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Mechanical
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
English Language
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Engineering and Technology
✓
Education and Training
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Mathematics
✓
Building and Construction
✓
Physics
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year