Hydroelectric Plant Technician
- Ideal for those passionate about sustainable energy and hands-on technical work.
- Ensure efficient power generation, contributing to clean energy and environmental health.
- Work with advanced technology to maintain and optimize hydroelectric systems.
💰 Earn $75K-$130K
📚 High School Diploma or GED
Overview
Monitor and control activities associated with hydropower generation. Operate plant equipment, such as turbines, pumps, valves, gates, fans, electric control boards, and battery banks. Monitor equipment operation and performance and make necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance. Perform equipment maintenance and repair as necessary.Scoop
High School Diploma or GED
Risky (Decreasing by 5% or more)
Day-to-Day
- Operate high voltage switches or related devices in hydropower stations.
- Identify or address malfunctions of hydroelectric plant operational equipment, such as generators, transformers, or turbines.
- Inspect water-powered electric generators or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric plants to verify proper operation or to determine maintenance or repair needs.
- Implement load or switching orders in hydroelectric plants, in accordance with specifications or instructions.
- Start, adjust, or stop generating units, operating valves, gates, or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric power generating plants.
Best For You If...
YOU Like 💕
- Using data or completing tasks
- Working with my hands
- Thinking and problem solving
You are skilled in 💫
- Critical Thinking
- Writing
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Quality Control Analysis
- Active Listening
You value 🙏
- Having support
- Job security
- Accomplishing things
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Hydroelectric Plant Technician
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