steam plant operator

Steam plant operators operate and maintain mechanical equipment such as stationary engines and boilers to provide utilities for domestic or industrial use. They monitor proceedings to ensure compliance with safety regulations, and perform tests to ensure quality.

Alternative Labels

steam boiler operator

steam heating operator

steam jet refrigeration operator

steam plant maintenance operator

steam plant operative

steam plant operator

steam plant safety operator

steam plant worker

steam power heating plant operator

steam power plant maintenance operator

steam power plant operator

steam refrigeration operator

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

adjust cylinder valves conduct routine machinery checks monitor automated machines monitor utility equipment monitor valves perform maintenance on installed equipment resolve equipment malfunctions use testing equipment

Essential Knowledge

hydraulics mechanics thermodynamics types of steam engines

Optional Skills and Competences

arrange equipment repairs collaborate with engineers maintain records of maintenance interventions monitor water quality operate automated process control operate boiler operate hydraulic machinery controls operate stationary steam engine operate steam turbine perform minor repairs to equipment repair heating equipment use personal protection equipment

Optional Knowledge

automation technology electricity heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration parts manufacturing of steam generators

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/737c1795-844b-43ad-95b2-1bf0e8c14ddf

Status

released

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