How do they match: Hydroelectric Plant Technicians

  • Hydroelectric Systems Technician

  • 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.

  • Monitor hydroelectric power plant equipment operation and performance, adjusting to performance specifications, as necessary.
  • Lift and move loads, using cranes, hoists, and rigging, to install or repair hydroelectric system equipment or infrastructure.
  • 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.

  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.
  • Assemble electromechanical or hydraulic systems.
  • Operate pumping systems or equipment.
  • Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.