With the new hype about green collar jobs, the wind industry has successfully managed to provide countless wind power jobs to interested applicants. Currently, there are about 50,000 positions available, on wind farms or the in the wind turbines production chain (manufacturing, transportation, installation, maintenance).
The US Department of Energy has planned to cover 20% of the electricity needs from wind power by 2030. This means that new wind power jobs will be made available for years to come, so you have all the time to get prepared for a green career.
Wind technician jobs are the entry-level position in the wind industry. However, extra training and experience can bring you a brilliant career in the green collar industry. Colleges around the US offer complete wind-training programs, who will qualify you as a wind power technician.
Here is more information about wind power jobs:
- Any mechanical experience is welcomed;
- You must obtain a wind technician degree from one of the accredited colleges/universities.
- Must be in a good physical shape and comfortable with heights or confined spaces;
- Relocation opportunities;
- Good salary.
- Career opportunities.
Boots on the Roof is currently enrolling students into its upcoming Wind training boot camp. To learn more about dates, locations, and course details, click here.
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Great ideas. New, improved technology is coming to the renewable energy field at a fast pace. Even with the setbacks, alternative energy will soon overtake oil.