Start a career in wind energy in just 4 weeks
The wind energy sector is one of the fastest growing sectors in the US today and companies are in desperate need of wind technicians to support this rapid expansion.
With our WindStart program, you could be starting a new job in wind in just 4 short weeks, with huge scope for promotion and higher-than-average salaries.
A job as a wind technician is an exciting and lucrative career choice.
WindStart gives you all the training and certification you need for an entry-level role and with our scholarship and funding options, training can be subsidised or even completely FREE.
With our WindStart program, you could be starting a new job in wind in just 4 short weeks, with huge scope for promotion and higher-than-average salaries.
A job as a wind technician is an exciting and lucrative career choice.
WindStart gives you all the training and certification you need for an entry-level role and with our scholarship and funding options, training can be subsidised or even completely FREE.
Train Better,
Work Safer.
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About STL USA
State-of-the-art training facilities
why windstart and the wind industry?
The wind sector is growing quickly across the USA as the nation looks to diversify its energy sources. Initiatives like the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) are providing significant funding for wind projects and all this against a backdrop of an industry crying out for new workers. WindStart puts employees in pole position to be hired onto high-paying jobs.
- Wind salaries are way above national averages
- Renewable energy will need 500,000 plus new workers by 2030
- Projects continue to launch at pace, the industry is desperate for new talent
- WindStart provides all the standard accreditations Wind Tech’s need to get straight to work
- Subsidised funding and full employer scholarships available NOW (see below)
So, if you are looking for an exciting and fulfilling new job, complete the enquiry form now and one of the WindStart team will be in touch to discuss your first steps into your new career.
The perfect entry point to the wind industry
STL USA specializes in teaching new and experienced wind technicians across a variety of disciplines and accreditations. This includes a complete range of GWO accreditations (the industry standard), NFPA 70E electrical safety training and a full spectrum of introductory and intermediate technical courses across all aspects of the common platforms (GE, Siemens, Vestas etc)
Course prerequisites
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Willingness to travel for training
- Willingness to relocate across the US
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders while carrying up to 50 lbs in weight
- Permit to work in the US
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.
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
- Full employer scholarships available
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)
financial aid options
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
- For those without current employment
- Must be Texas-based
- Financial aid up to $4,500 towards course fees
Sallie Mae – student Funding Eligible
- Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan for Undergraduate Students
- Flexible terms to cover 100% of course fees
Employer funded scholarships
- Apply for an employer-scholarship place
- Course fees funded by a wind employer
- Guaranteed job at graduation
COMING SOON – Apprenticeship
- Longer term learning and on the job training
- Financial aid and sustainable salary available
options for employers
WindStart for employers makes hiring and training easy
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.
Make WindStart part of your hiring process.
Hiring and training are 2 of the biggest expenses employers face as the wind energy sector grows.
By integrating these together through the WindStart program employers can hire and train all in one place.
Search and selection of high quality candidates
4-step application process
3-week training program
Fee rebate if the employee leaves up to 75%
WHY SAFETY TECHNOLOGY USA?
Unrivalled experience
- 25+ years global experience teaching wind technicians
- Skilled instructors with a minimum 5+ years in the field
Industry certification
- Premier Global Wind Organisation (GWO) training center
- Certified for a variety of industry must have qualification such as NFPA 70E
Industry relationships
- 100+ industry customers use STL USA training
- Unrivalled connections throughout the wind indutry
- Dedicated careers division WindTech.careers
High quality faciltiies
- Multiple classrooms and workshops
- State-of-the-art wind components, tools, and equipment
- Climbing tower, advanced rescue facilities and more
the fast track into wind
Courses designed specifically for those looking to get into the wind industry, built directly on employers requirements
Why stl usa?
Train better, work safer.
Customers choose STL USA because we live by our mantra:
Train better, work safer.
Over the past 8 years we have trained over 3,000 technicians working closely with clients such as RWE, Siemens Gamesa, GE, and many more.
Extensive Course Programs
GWO BST, ART, BTT
NFPA 70E
Technical Training
Trained
Professionals
Extensive field experience
1,000s of hours of teaching
Highly qualified trainers
Course Materials
High-quality support materials
“The technicians all agree that the trainers were well informed and very willing to stop to answer questions throughout the day. We are very excited to have found a great resource with a facility in Iowa. We look forward to working with you again soon and to visit or train at your facility. Please tell the trainers ‘Great Job!'”
– Siemens Gamesa