Canadian Valley Technology Center

The Wind Energy Technician - Level I course is designed to recruit and prepare new-hires for the wind industry.

Through the use of simulators and actual tower scenarios, students will be trained on the use of special tools, maintenance procedures, with a strong emphasis on safety/rescue equipment at height.

Prerequisite: Wind Orientation.

TOPICS COVERED:

• Wind tower terminology


• Pre-climb risk assessment


• Fall protection systems


• Self & Assisted rescue


• Powered torque equipment


• Turbine maintenance

CERTIFICATIONS INCLUDED:

• Competent Climber


• OSHA 30 Hour


• Confined Space


• Medic First Aid/CPR/AED


• Respirators


• AAA Driver Improvement 


• HyTorc Powered Torque Tool


• Tractel/Rollgliss Controlled Descent Device


• Petzl I'D Controlled Descent Device


• NFPA 70E Arc Flash Protection


• Forklift & Telehandler


• Introduction to hydraulics