Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
- Manufacturing
Tasks
What tasks do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers perform?
Signal other workers by telephone or radio to operate pumps, open and close valves, and check temperatures.
Monitor process indicators, instruments, gauges, and meters to detect and report any possible problems.
Maintain and repair equipment, or report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors so that repairs can be scheduled.
Start pumps and open valves or use automated equipment to regulate the flow of oil in pipelines and into and out of tanks.
Knowledge
What do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers need to know?
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Skills
What skills do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers need?
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
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