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Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Gqeberha, South Africa
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
26 August 2026
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Description We are looking for Commissioning Technicians with GE commissioning experience. Do you have what it takes to join our team? As a Commissioning TA at TAKKION, you will join our Projects Team delivering safe, high quality commissioning services to our partners, helping them bring clean energy to North America.
Job Duties
- Commissioning, start-up, and operation of wind turbines.
- Tasks will be performed either on the ground or at heights.
- Attend regular on-site safety meetings.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair wind turbines.
- Safely operate company assigned fleet vehicles.
- Complete and submit required paperwork (commissioning documentation, timesheets, service reports, etc.).
- Attend on-the-job training with on-site personnel.
- 100% travel required
- Exhibit high standards of safety and quality
Commissioning TA Level 1
- GE Tech Essentials LOTO Training.
- GE Turbine Fundamentals Training (1.x Basic, 2.x Basic, Sierra Basic).
- Following GE Commissioning Procedures to perform PCAT/FCAT commissioning prior to initial start-up under supervision of Level 2 Commissioning TA.
- Assist with all commissioning activities within the nacelle and hub.
Commissioning TA Level 2
- GE Converter Fundamentals Training.
- Perform all the duties of a Level 1 Commissioning TA.
- Perform PCAT & FCAT commissioning on a stand-alone basis.
- Oversee up-tower commissioning of nacelle and hub.
- Assist the Level 3 Commissioning TA with troubleshooting the tower.
Commissioning TA Level 3
- GE Advanced Troubleshooting and SCADA Training
- Perform down-tower commissioning to include commissioning on SCADA and wind control systems.
- Lead the commissioning team to successful completion of the wind turbine.
- Work with Commissioning Lead to troubleshoot towers during turbine and park reliability testing.
Requirements Requirements:
- GE 1.X, 2.X, 3.X Basic or GE 1.X, 2.X, 3.X Turbine Fundamental Certifications
- High-School diploma or equivalent.
- Experience using basic power tools.
- Valid driver's license. No DWI/DUI/OUI in the last 5 years.
- Ability to communicate in English Proficiently
- Microsoft Office Experience proficiency.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb up to 300 ft. twice daily.
- Basic wind technician certificates (Tower Rescue, CPR, First Aid, AED, OSHA 10, Competent Climber, Confined Space, Working at Heights, NFPA 70, LOTO).
- Current certificates from major turbine manufacturers and GWO certificates highly desirable.
- Responsible and able to work in a team, as well as alone.
- Reliability and a positive approach towards work and life
- Ability to work under difficult and inconvenient conditions.
- Ability to travel 100%.
Pre-Employment Requirements Candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to hiring. This role is considered safety-sensitive and may be subject to ongoing drug and testing in compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
TAKKION is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary Description
$30-$40/Hr
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