Wind Turbine Commissioning Tech

Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Wind Turbine Commissioning Tech
Company
Transportation Partners & Logistics
Location
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Job type
Full-time
Posted
39 days ago
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ApplyDescriptionWe 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 DutiesCommissioning, 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 requiredExhibit high standards of safety and qualityCommissioning TA Level 1GE 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 2GE 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 3GE Advanced Troubleshooting and SCADA TrainingPerform 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.RequirementsRequirements:GE 1.X, 2.X, 3.X Basic or GE 1.X, 2.X, 3.X Turbine Fundamental CertificationsHigh-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 lifeAbility to work under difficult and inconvenient conditions.Ability to travel 100%.Pre-Employment RequirementsCandidates 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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