Search

Become a BZEE-Certified Wind Turbine Technician

Training to become a BZEE-certified wind turbine technician will open the door to a new career in one of the world's fastest growing industries - the wind industry. Successfully completing a BZEE wind turbine technician course will equip you with the hands-on skills needed to gain employment and succeed as an entry-level technician in this competitive industry.

Why become BZEE-certified Wind Turbine Technician?
1. BZEE is the pioneer of wind energy training with more than 20 years of experience and is seen by many as the industry standard for training excellence in wind energy.
2. Our training courses are in-depth and cover everything you need to become a qualified wind turbine technician - from electrics and hydraulics to mechanics and safety training.
3. BZEE courses include a high degree of hands-on training on real wind turbines enabling realistic training scenarios unlike other courses on the market.
4. Our training courses were developed together with leading wind energy companies and are updated on a regular basis in line with technological developments.
5. The BZEE Network of training providers is the only global training network for the wind industry. We have certified partners on 5 continents that have trained over 4,000 people to be wind turbine technicians - making BZEE the most recognised qualification in the industry.
6. All BZEE training providers meet our strict audit requirements and their instructors are experienced professionals so you can be sure you'll be getting quality training no matter where you decide to do the course.
7. BZEE training providers combine expert knowledge with best-practice and state-of-the-art teaching methods. 



How to Become a Wind Turbine Technician
Most wind turbine service technicians learn their trade by completing a BZEE certified training partner course. Once they have successfully graduated, they also receive turbine-specific on-the-job training through their employer.
Click here to find your local BZEE training provider and kick-start your career in the wind industry!

What do wind turbine technicians do?
Wind turbine technicians typically do the following:


The work environment

Wind turbines can be dangerous workplaces. There are hazardous chemicals and dangerous equipment that must be used daily. Some responsibilities require technicians to work more than 100m off the ground. This means they must know how to safely do their jobs, and they must make critical decisions on their own. Some fast thinking may be involved to get some aspects of the job completed safely.

The pay
The average wind turbine service technician salary in the EU currently ranges from €40,260 for an entry level wind turbine service technician (1-3 years of experience) to €68,460 for a senior level wind turbine service technician (8+ years of experience). In the United States current salaries range from $46,420 to $77,810 per year. Technicians working offshore earn on average more than those working onshore. Paid overtime is also common for wind turbine technicians.

Job Outlook
Employment of wind turbine technicians is projected to grow by up to 65 percent by 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. Many of these openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire. Many technicians will eventually be considered for team leader or management positions. Once promoted to team leader or a management position, the employee will oversee other technicians and make sure all aspects of a wind turbine are operating smoothly. They may also oversee hiring lower-level wind turbine technicians

Prerequisites & Skills
Those seeking positions as wind turbine technicians must be able to work in a team while still working independently as needed. Clear communication is essential to make sure all duties of the job are being completed on schedule. Technicians should also be in good physical condition to perform physical tasks throughout most of the day. Additionally, technicians must be willing to travel to remote areas for periods of time due to the location of wind parks and be comfortable working at heights.

Finally, a strong attention to safety and willingness to abide by industry safety standards is essential to the job. Depending on the exact responsibilities for a given technician, there will be a variety of safety guidelines that must be understood and always followed.