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Airstreams Renewables, Inc.

Renewable Energy and Communications Tower Technician

Certification / Course All branchesNational Security

Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
31 - 60 days
Locations
1 location in North Carolina · jobs available nationwide
Career field
Transportation and Material Moving
Target MOS/ratings
All
Nearest installation
Fort Bragg

About the program

This course prepares transitioning service members for an entry-level position in the wind turbine, cellular communication tower and many other industrial focused industries. Students will learn a complete complement of safety and technical modules. Emphasis will be placed on working safely in all aspects of the technician job and basic technical skills. Airstream assists service members with resume writing, setting up interviews with employers and job placement.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers Wind Turbine Service TechniciansTelecommunications Line Installers and Repairer Electrical & Electronics Repairers, Commercial & Industrial Equipment Solar Photovoltaic Installers

Eligibility & prerequisites

This program is available to transitioning soldiers (All MOS's are welcome to apply) and Veterans.Physical RequirementsOur course includes climbing requirements for which the student must have the physical ability to climb 300 feet towers.Student weight must not exceed 285 lbs. and must weigh a minimum of 120 lbs. due to equipment limitations.

No prior experience required to apply for this program.ARI is a veteran led, for profit post-secondary vocational training company providing compliance driven and industry-specific accelerated safety and hazardous duty technical training for the service and construction branches of the energy and industrial sectors. Its current customer list includes a wide range of industries including wind energy, safety equipment manufacturers (OEM’s), Utility and Telecommunications sectors. ARI growth is being driven by major industry demand and request for qualified new hires who have successfully completed their training within our programs.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ