Wind Energy Operations Managers

Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.

SOC: 11-9199.09

Common Job Titles

  • Site Manager
  • Wind Operations Supervisor
  • Wind Plant Manager
  • Wind Site Manager

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Wind Energy Operations Managers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

630,980

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $68,860. 25th percentile: U.S. $100,010. 50th percentile: U.S. $136,550. 75th percentile: U.S. $179,190. 90th percentile: U.S. $227,590. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$68,860
10% of workers earn the following or more$227,590
Workers on average earn$149,890

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Administration and Management4.1/5
  • Mechanical3.9/5
  • Engineering and Technology3.6/5
  • Public Safety and Security3.5/5
  • Personnel and Human Resources3.5/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software

Technology Skills

  • Computerized diagnostic software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Employee scheduling software
  • Gensuite
  • IBM Lotus Notes
  • Inventory control software
  • Local area network LAN software
  • Oracle Enterprise Asset Management eAM
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Adjustable widemouth pliers
  • Adjustable wrenches
  • Amp clamp meters
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital calipers
  • Digital micrometers
  • Digital oscilloscopes
  • Fall arrest systems
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment