hydroelectric-plant-operator/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — hydroelectric plant operator

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 51-8013.04 (Hydroelectric Plant Technicians).

Task statements

• [Core] Identify or address malfunctions of hydroelectric plant operational equipment, such as generators, transformers, or turbines.
• [Core] Monitor hydroelectric power plant equipment operation and performance, adjusting to performance specifications, as necessary.
• [Core] Start, adjust, or stop generating units, operating valves, gates, or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric power generating plants.
• [Core] Communicate status of hydroelectric operating equipment to dispatchers or supervisors.
• [Core] Implement load or switching orders in hydroelectric plants, in accordance with specifications or instructions.
• [Core] Inspect water-powered electric generators or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric plants to verify proper operation or to determine maintenance or repair needs.
• [Core] Install or calibrate electrical or mechanical equipment, such as motors, engines, switchboards, relays, switch gears, meters, pumps, hydraulics, or flood channels.
• [Core] Maintain logs, reports, work requests, or other records of work performed in hydroelectric plants.
• [Core] Maintain or repair hydroelectric plant electrical, mechanical, or electronic equipment, such as motors, transformers, voltage regulators, generators, relays, battery systems, air compressors, sump pumps, gates, or valves.
• [Core] Operate high voltage switches or related devices in hydropower stations.
• [Core] Operate hydroelectric plant equipment, such as turbines, pumps, valves, gates, fans, electric control boards, or battery banks.
• [Core] Take readings and record data, such as water levels, temperatures, or flow rates.
• [Core] Test and repair or replace electrical equipment, such as circuit breakers, station batteries, cable trays, conduits, or control devices.
• [Core] Change oil, hydraulic fluid, or other lubricants to maintain condition of hydroelectric plant equipment.
• [Core] Connect metal parts or components in hydroelectric plants by welding, soldering, riveting, tapping, bolting, bonding, or screwing.
• [Core] Cut, bend, or shape metal for applications in hydroelectric plants, using equipment such as hydraulic benders or pipe threaders.
• [Core] Erect scaffolds, platforms, or hoisting frames to access hydroelectric plant machinery or infrastructure for repair or replacement.
• [Core] Lift and move loads, using cranes, hoists, and rigging, to install or repair hydroelectric system equipment or infrastructure.
• [Core] Perform preventive or corrective containment or cleanup measures in hydroelectric plants to prevent environmental contamination.
• [Core] Perform tunnel or field inspections of hydroelectric plant facilities or resources.
• [Core] Splice or terminate cables or electrical wiring in hydroelectric plants.

Detailed work activities

• Assemble electromechanical or hydraulic systems.
• Assemble temporary equipment or structures.
• Clean work areas.
• Connect supply lines to production equipment or tools.
• Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Exchange information with colleagues.
• Inspect sustainable energy production facilities or equipment.
• Install mechanical components in production equipment.
• Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.
• Lubricate production equipment.
• Maintain sustainable energy production equipment.
• Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.
• Operate energy production equipment.
• Operate pumping systems or equipment.
• Operate welding equipment.
• Record operational or production data.
• Repair production equipment or tools.
• Solder parts or workpieces.
• Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.