Description
Geothermal technicians install and maintain geothermal power plants and commercial and residential geothermal heating installations. They perform inspections, analyse problems and carry out repairs. They participate in the initial installation, testing and maintenance of geothermal equipment and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
thermodynamicselectric currentelectric generatorsswitching deviceselectrical equipment regulationshealth and safety in the workplaceelectricitygeothermal power generation methodstypes of heat pumpsgeothermal power plant operationsgeothermal energy systemselectrical power safety regulationsgeothermal energyalternative energycombined heat and power generationsmart grids systemselectricity consumptiondomestic cooling systemselectric heating systemsrenewable energyenergy conservationdistrict heating and coolingzero-energy building design
Practical Skills
check compatibility of materialsprevent pipeline deteriorationapply health and safety standardstest pipeline infrastructure operationstroubleshootmaintain electrical equipmenttest electrical equipmentrespond to emergency calls for repairsoperate drilling equipmentconduct routine machinery checkstest procedures in electricity transmissioncoordinate electricity generationpromote sustainabilityassess heating and cooling systemsoperate climate controlpromote environmental awarenessensure safety in electrical power operationsperform energy simulationspromote sustainable energydefine energy profilesprovide information on geothermal heat pumpsmaintain records of maintenance interventions