51-8013.04 · Task explorer
Hydroelectric Plant Technicians: reported tasks and exploration worksheet
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.
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This source lists 21 tasks, including 21 marked Core and 0 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.
Task source dates: 08/2024.
21 tasks shown
Core · Task 17912 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Monitor hydroelectric power plant equipment operation and performance, adjusting to performance specifications, as necessary.
Core · Task 17911 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Identify or address malfunctions of hydroelectric plant operational equipment, such as generators, transformers, or turbines.
Core · Task 17913 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Start, adjust, or stop generating units, operating valves, gates, or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric power generating plants.
Core · Task 17929 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Perform preventive or corrective containment or cleanup measures in hydroelectric plants to prevent environmental contamination.
Core · Task 17916 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Inspect water-powered electric generators or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric plants to verify proper operation or to determine maintenance or repair needs.
Core · Task 17914 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Communicate status of hydroelectric operating equipment to dispatchers or supervisors.
Core · Task 17920 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Operate high voltage switches or related devices in hydropower stations.
Core · Task 17921 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Operate hydroelectric plant equipment, such as turbines, pumps, valves, gates, fans, electric control boards, or battery banks.
Core · Task 17919 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Maintain or repair hydroelectric plant electrical, mechanical, or electronic equipment, such as motors, transformers, voltage regulators, generators, relays, battery systems, air compressors, sump pumps, gates, or valves.
Core · Task 17915 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Implement load or switching orders in hydroelectric plants, in accordance with specifications or instructions.
Core · Task 17917 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Install or calibrate electrical or mechanical equipment, such as motors, engines, switchboards, relays, switch gears, meters, pumps, hydraulics, or flood channels.
Core · Task 17924 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Change oil, hydraulic fluid, or other lubricants to maintain condition of hydroelectric plant equipment.
Core · Task 17918 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Maintain logs, reports, work requests, or other records of work performed in hydroelectric plants.
Core · Task 17925 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Connect metal parts or components in hydroelectric plants by welding, soldering, riveting, tapping, bolting, bonding, or screwing.
Core · Task 17928 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Lift and move loads, using cranes, hoists, and rigging, to install or repair hydroelectric system equipment or infrastructure.
Core · Task 17930 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Perform tunnel or field inspections of hydroelectric plant facilities or resources.
Core · Task 17931 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Splice or terminate cables or electrical wiring in hydroelectric plants.
Core · Task 17923 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Test and repair or replace electrical equipment, such as circuit breakers, station batteries, cable trays, conduits, or control devices.
Core · Task 17922 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Take readings and record data, such as water levels, temperatures, or flow rates.
Core · Task 17927 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Erect scaffolds, platforms, or hoisting frames to access hydroelectric plant machinery or infrastructure for repair or replacement.
Core · Task 17926 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Cut, bend, or shape metal for applications in hydroelectric plants, using equipment such as hydraulic benders or pipe threaders.
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