Is being a wind turbine technician a good fit for you?
Inspects, diagnoses and repairs wind turbines. Fixes electrical, mechanical and hydraulic faults.
What the work involves
- Finds and repairs mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults in blade control, speed control and power converter systems.
- Does routine maintenance on turbines, underground power lines, wind farm substations and fibre optic control systems.
- Diagnoses problems with wind turbine generators and control systems.
- Tests electrical parts of wind systems using voltage testers, multimeters and infrared and fibre optic equipment.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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