I do a little bit of everything. On the law side, now I have the luxury of only taking cases that interest me and sometimes I even take them pro bono. This involves researching the case, collecting and presenting evidence, going to court, doing a lot of paperwork, etc. On the wind side, I get to go out into the field and work with landowners to build wind turbines on their property.
CAREER
Wind Energy Operations Managers
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$124,650
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+6% (as fast as the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Wind Energy Operations Managers Do
Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.
Other Job Titles Wind Energy Operations Managers May Have
Site Manager, Wind Operations Supervisor, Wind Plant Manager, Wind Site Manager
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Supervise employees or subcontractors to ensure quality of work or adherence to safety regulations or policies.
- Train or coordinate the training of employees in operations, safety, environmental issues, or technical issues.
- Track and maintain records for wind operations, such as site performance, downtime events, parts usage, or substation events.
- Oversee the maintenance of wind field equipment or structures, such as towers, transformers, electrical collector systems, roadways, or other site assets.
- Prepare wind field operational budgets.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Wind Energy Operations Managers
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Associate's degree (40%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Majors Related to Career
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
You need to be good with people, but above all, you have to be organized and focused.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
High School Students
Study hard and do well in your classes. Be prepared for obstacles, but keep your mind open to different paths. Then, focus on one and go for it!
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