WindStart Programme
for Employers
Build Your Workforce with Highly Trained Wind Technicians.
The demand for skilled wind energy technicians is higher than ever, and recruiting trained professionals can be a challenge. STL USA’s WindStart – Get Into Wind program is designed to bridge the gap by preparing new talent for careers in wind energy, ensuring they meet industry standards and are job-ready from day one.
The WindStart team sources the best candidates from across the USA, eager to join the fast growing wind industry.
WindStart trains students coming into wind energy with transferable skills. The program teaches a basic overview of the main wind turbine elements. Plus, all students receive the full suite of GWO accreditations required to work in the sector.
Employers can work closely with STL USA’s team to build the next generation of their workforce.
Why Partner with WindStart?
- Pre-Trained Candidates – All students complete essential GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) and Basic Technical Training (BTT), ensuring they are fully qualified to work at height and in technical environments.
- Workforce Ready from Day One – Graduates have hands-on training, practical skills, and real-world experience, minimizing onboarding time for employers.
- Custom Training Options – Need specialized skills? We can tailor training programs to match your company’s specific operational needs.
- Reduced Hiring Costs – Eliminate the cost and time involved in training inexperienced hires from scratch. WindStart provides certified, job-ready candidates who are ready to contribute immediately.
- Industry Partnerships – We work closely with wind energy companies across the U.S., ensuring that our program aligns with industry demands and workforce needs.
Access the Best Talent in Wind Energy
If you’re looking for a steady pipeline of highly trained, safety-conscious wind technicians, WindStart is your ideal recruitment solution. Get in touch today to find out how we can support your hiring needs.
Courses
3-WEEK ACCREDITATION COURSE
- GWO – Basic Safety, Basic Technical, plus elective (Advanced Rescue and BTT Installation, or Control of Hazardous Energy and BTT Installation)
- NFPA 70E Low and High Voltage
4-WEEK ACCREDITATION + TECHNICAL COURSE
- All of the above
plus - 5-day technical introduction to wind turbines (Schematics, Troubleshoot, Motor controls, DMM, AC/DC basics)
Location
Wind Technician Technical Training in Texas
Our state-of-the-art facilities located across 2 sites in Abilene Texas enable us to deliver high-quality training, using equipment technicians have in the field, delivered by highly experienced and respected instructors.
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