Hello, I am located in the US (AZ) and recently graduated with a Bachelor's in CS and am currently working in the industry. However, long story short I've realized that it absolutely isn't for me and am looking for a career shift. I had previously looked into the wind energy sector even before I graduated and now that I know that I will be changing fields, working as a wind turbine tech is the one that has definitely piqued my interest the most.

However, based on my rudimentary research, it appears that a lot of companies require a year or two of experience working in the industry. Skyclimber is the only one I found that doesn't require this and provides its own training but it says that having an associate's degree in a mechanical or electrical field is preferred.

My question is - given my qualifications, are there any companies that are willing to take people in who have 0 experience in the field? If not, what are some courses or trainings that would help me get my foot in the door? Additionally, what has your experience of working as a wind turbine tech been like, and what is the career progression like?

Thanks a lot, any advice/ answers are highly appreciated!

Note: If it helps, I have worked in the Conservation Corps before so I have experience working outdoors & on the road.

Hey everyone! I’m 21 and completely new to the wind industry, but I recently accepted a job offer and was told I’d have to pass a climbing test.

I’m curious what the experience was like for those of you who’ve done it. I’m not particularly afraid of heights, but the thought of being hundreds of feet up on a swaying tower sounds pretty intense lol.

Also, what exactly does the test involve? Do they evaluate your knowledge of safety procedures and equipment too? I haven’t gone through training yet, so I’m not familiar with how to properly use a harness or tie off.

Any advice on what to expect, how to prepare, or things you wish you knew beforehand would be really appreciated. Thanks!

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looked into airstreams renewables and was wondering was it worth it for you? Thinking about going that route because I applied to a bunch of companies and kept getting overlooked by other better candidates.

Pay wise what’s it looking like for in 2026-2027?

Currently working as a security guard.

Wave power offers a large coastal energy resource but offshore equipment must survive saltwater corrosion, storms, and difficult maintenance access, making it harder to deploy than solar or wind.

Hello!

For the last couple years I've been really considering changing careers to be a traveling wind tech. Currently in a boiler operater/stationary engineer operating a 110ft natural circulation boiler supply 250klbs/hr of steam to a site of paper mills

Now on paper (lol) I have a dream job, I sit and watch youtube for most of my day for $90k~ gross.. But the environment is so mentally taxing and the people I work with are awful. I dread coming in 7 days a week, sometimes for 14hrs. Especially lately. Plus we're some of the lowest paid operaters in the US and our company treats us specifically very badly.

I also have experience as an automotive mechanic as that was my career before this one.

My partner and I have talked about me switching to traveling wind tech, buying and RV (something we'd love to do anyways), and pocketing per diem.

I have no issue with heights, doing hard work/manual labor, or even traveling all 52 weeks of the year.

What would be the best companies to look into?

Are there any tips for getting into a job sooner than later?

And anything you wish you knew before starting?

I'm already looking at getting GWO certified

Thanks so much in advance!!

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Hello to all, just wanted to ask your experience or any advice of how to transition into the industry. For context I'm based in the UK with a valid EU passport, I have a Lv3 in light vehicle maintenance and repair, Lv3 in HV vehicle systems and just finished a teaching degree as being a Lv3 Light Vehicle lecturer + assessor. I have been having look online regarding job roles available but can't seem to find any junior roles available, all require previous experience. That's for on and offshore.

I would be wanting to start onshore but if possibility arises would love to work offshore.

From those in the industry what would be the best way to get into it?

Hi folks, I’m new to diving into renewable energy through wind. Feel free to point me in the direction of helpful resources if this question is old news 😃

With solar, many homes and business get panels for their building. It doesn’t need to come from a large “solar farm” to be an energy option.

Why isn’t there the same conversation with wind? I see many homes and companies with flags blowing in the wind (for some businesses or government offices these flags are huge/very tall!) - couldn’t those be smaller scale wind turbines?

Surely this has already been explored by smarter minds than me! Is there a reason it’s not feasible?

Edit: I got a few responses, so again I appreciate the help! Thank you guys for your input.

Hey fellas. I’m in the military and have been thinking of SkillBridging and doing an internship with either NextEra or Vestas, since those are the two offering it. My job in the military involves tower climbing, so I figure that I could pick up parts of that somewhat easy.

Anyway from what I’ve gathered, NextEra pay generally seems to better, but Vestas has better benefits, but I’d rather hear it straight from the horse’s mouth. I was wondering if any of yall had some insight as to which to work for, or if you wanted to share any knowledge or experience. I appreciate it!