Wind Energy Technician in West Virginia

Wind turbine service technicians (often called windtechs) inspect, maintain, and repair wind turbines β€” climbing towers up to 300 feet to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults. It's one of the highest-paid two-year-degree careers in America, with strong union representation and growing demand as offshore wind development accelerates.

$61,905 WV Median Salary
60% Growth Rate
2 years Training

πŸ’° Wind Energy Technician Salary in West Virginia

Estimated salary range for Wind Energy Technicians in West Virginia, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$40,000
Median
$61,905
Experienced
$80,000

πŸŽ“ Wind Energy Technician Licensing in West Virginia

Credential required: GWO Basic Safety Training + OSHA 10 + manufacturer certifications

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the West Virginia state licensing board before enrolling.

Schools and programs related to Wind Energy Technician in West Virginia

These listings are shown as related training options for Wind Energy Technician in West Virginia. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.

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James Rumsey Technical Institute

πŸ“ Martinsburg, WV

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Carver Career Center

πŸ“ Charleston, WV

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Cabell County Career Technology Center

πŸ“ Huntington, WV

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Monongalia County Technical Education Center

πŸ“ Morgantown, WV

Certificate 1-<2yr

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West Virginia Northern Community College

πŸ“ Wheeling, WV

Certificate 2-4yr

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Ben Franklin Career Center

πŸ“ Dunbar, WV

Certificate 1-<2yr

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