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power-production-plant-operator Occupational skill for the role 'power production plant operator' (also: power plant operator, power station operator, electricity generating plant operative, power station worker, electricity generation plant operator, electricity generating plant worker). Use when the user asks for typical power production plant operator work such as: Inspect and test equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or ammeters.; Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and to determine optimum equipment functioning.; Notify facility personnel of equipment shutdowns.

Power Production Plant Operator

Power production plant operators maintain and operate the equipment in power stations and other energy production plants. They repair faults, operate machinery directly or from a control room, and handle materials related to electricity production in compliance with safety and environmental procedures. They facilitate interaction between electrical energy facilities, ensuring that distribution occurs safely.

Core workflow

  1. Inspect and test equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or ammeters.
  2. Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and to determine optimum equipment functioning.
  3. Notify facility personnel of equipment shutdowns.
  4. Open and close switches to isolate defective relays, performing adjustments or repairs.
  5. Prepare and maintain records detailing tests, repairs, and maintenance.
  6. Analyze test data to diagnose malfunctions, to determine performance characteristics of systems, or to evaluate effects of system modifications.
  7. Repair, replace, and clean equipment and components such as circuit breakers, brushes, and commutators.
  8. Run signal quality and connectivity tests for individual cables, and record results.

How to use this skill

Key competences (essential)

  • automation technology
  • conduct routine machinery checks
  • electric current
  • electric generators
  • electrical power safety regulations
  • electricity
  • ensure equipment maintenance
  • maintain electrical equipment
  • maintain power plant machinery
  • mechanics
  • monitor automated machines
  • monitor electric generators
  • oversee power equipment operation
  • resolve equipment malfunctions
  • respond to electrical power contingencies

Hot technologies

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word

Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/72381086-cb6e-455e-a40b-ccb26550aab6), ONET 30.3 (49-2095.00). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*