geothermal power plant operator
Code
3131.1.4
Description
Geothermal power plant operators operate and maintain equipment, often steam-driven turbines, which produce electrical energy. They monitor measuring equipment to ensure the safety of operations, and that the production needs are met. They also react to system problems, and repair faults. They may regulate the generators to control the flow of electricity to the power lines.
Alternative label
geo-thermal plant operator
geothermal power plant operative
geothermal plant operator
geothermal plant worker
geo-thermal power plant worker
geothermal plant operative
geo-thermal plant worker
geo-thermal plant operative
geo-thermal power plant operative
geothermal power plant worker
geo-thermal power plant operator
Regulatory aspect
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Hierarchy
Essential skills and competences
- apply health and safety standards
- control steam flows
- maintain electrical equipment
- monitor electric generators
- monitor valves
- operate steam turbine
- regulate steam pressure
- troubleshoot
- wear appropriate protective gear
Essential Knowledge
- electric current
- electric generators
- electrical power safety regulations
- electricity
- geothermal power generation methods
- geothermal power plant operations
- thermodynamics
Optional skills and competences
- arrange equipment repairs
- coordinate electricity generation
- develop strategies for electricity contingencies
- ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
- ensure safety in electrical power operations
- liaise with engineers
- maintain records of maintenance interventions
- operate forklift
- perform minor repairs to equipment
- read engineering drawings
- replace large components
- report on production results
- resolve equipment malfunctions
- respond to electrical power contingencies
Optional Knowledge
Status
released
Concept URI
http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/c3959398-a5d7-4b26-abcf-ef7af87e5822