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.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
control steam flowsapply health and safety standardstroubleshootmaintain electrical equipmentmonitor electric generatorsregulate steam pressurewear appropriate protective gearoperate steam turbinemonitor valvesarrange equipment repairsresolve equipment malfunctionscoordinate electricity generationoperate climate controlreplace large componentsperform minor repairs to equipmentrespond to electrical power contingenciesensure compliance with electricity distribution scheduleoversee power equipment operationliaise with engineersensure safety in electrical power operationsdevelop strategies for electricity contingenciesreport on production resultsread engineering drawingsoperate forkliftmaintain records of maintenance interventions