Hydroelectric Plant Operator Science & Engineering Technicians
SaveWhat Does a Hydroelectric Plant Operator Do?
Hydroelectric plant operators operate and maintain the equipment used in the production of energy from the movement of water. They monitor the measuring equipment, assess the production needs, and adapt the water flow to meet these needs. They also perform repairs and maintenance duties.
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Where Do I Start?
Electric Generators
The principles and operations of devices that can convert mechanical energy into electrical energy, such as dynamos and alternators, rotors, stators, armatures, and fields.
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Skills You Need to Become a Hydroelectric Plant Operator
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialElectric Generators knowledge
The principles and operations of devices that can convert mechanical energy into electrical energy, such as dynamos and alternators, rotors, stators, armatures, and fields.
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EssentialElectricity knowledge
Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
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EssentialHydroelectricity knowledge
The generation of electrical power through the usage of hydropower, which uses gravitational force of moving water, and the benefits and negative aspects of using hydropower as a renewable source …
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EssentialElectrical Power Safety Regulations knowledge
The compliance with safety measures which need to be taken during the installation, operation, and maintenance of constructions and equipment which function in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical …
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EssentialElectric Current knowledge
Flow of electric charge, carried by electrons or ions in a medium such as an electrolyte or a plasma.
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EssentialHydraulics knowledge
The power transmission systems that use the force of flowing liquids to transmit power.
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EssentialApply Health And Safety Standards skill
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
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EssentialMaintain Electrical Equipment skill
Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.
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EssentialMaintain Hydraulic Systems skill
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on systems which use pressurised fluids to provide power to machines and equipment.
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EssentialMonitor Electric Generators skill
Monitor the operation of electric generators in power stations in order to ensure functionality and safety, and to identify need for repairs and maintenance.
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EssentialOperate Hydraulic Machinery Controls skill
use correctly the controls of specialized machinery by turning valves, handwheels, or rheostats to move and control flow of fuels, water, and dry or liquid binders to machines.
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EssentialOperate Hydraulic Pumps skill
Operate hydraulic pumping systems.
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EssentialWear Appropriate Protective Gear skill
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
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OptionalRenewable Energy Technologies knowledge
The different types of energy sources which cannot be depleted, such as wind, solar, water, biomass, and biofuel energy. The different technologies used to implement these types of energy to …
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OptionalTechnical Drawings knowledge
Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.
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OptionalElectricity Consumption knowledge
The different factors which are involved in the calculation and estimation of electricity consumption in a residence or facility, and methods in which electricity consumption can be lowered or made …
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OptionalArrange Equipment Repairs skill
Arrange for equipment repairs when necessary.
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OptionalCoordinate Electricity Generation skill
Communicate the current demand of electricity generation to electricity generation workers and facilities in order to ensure that the generation of electrical power can be increased or decreased accordingly.
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OptionalDevelop Strategies For Electricity Contingencies skill
Develop and implement strategies which ensure that swift and efficient actions can be taken in the event of a disruption in the generation, transmission, or distribution of electrical energy, such …
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OptionalEnsure Compliance With Electricity Distribution Schedule skill
Monitor the operations of an electrical energy distribution facility and electricity distribution systems in order to ensure that the distribution goals and the electricity supply demands are met.
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OptionalEnsure Equipment Maintenance skill
Ensure that the equipment required for operations is regularly checked for faults, that routine maintenance tasks are performed, and that repairs are scheduled and performed in the case of damage …
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OptionalEnsure Safety In Electrical Power Operations skill
Monitor and control operations on an electrical power transmission and distribution system in order to ensure that major risks are controlled and prevented, such as electrocution risks, damage to property …
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OptionalInstall Hydraulic Systems skill
Install systems and components that use liquid fluid power to create mechanical movements such as hydraulic pumps, valves, hydraulic motors, hydraulic cylinders and other elements that power hydraulic machinery.
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OptionalLiaise With Engineers skill
Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.
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OptionalMaintain Records Of Maintenance Interventions skill
Keep written records of all repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, including information on the parts and materials used, etc.
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OptionalProvide Advice To Technicians skill
Offer help and advice to service technicians in case of machine malfunctions and other repair tasks.
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OptionalRead Engineering Drawings skill
Read the technical drawings of a product made by the engineer in order to suggest improvements, make models of the product or operate it.
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OptionalResolve Equipment Malfunctions skill
Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions; communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.
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OptionalRespond To Electrical Power Contingencies skill
Set in motion the strategies created for responding to emergency situations, as well as respond to unforeseen problems, in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power, such as power …
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OptionalReplace Large Components skill
Dismantle and reassemble equipment or system parts in order to replace large defective elements such as generators or engines.
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