How do they match: Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers

  • Petroleum Refinery Worker
  • Petroleum Refining Equipment Operator
  • Refining Equipment Operator

  • Maintain and repair equipment, or report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors so that repairs can be scheduled.
  • Operate auxiliary equipment and control multiple processing units during distilling or treating operations, moving controls that regulate valves, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary equipment.
  • Read and analyze specifications, schedules, logs, test results, and laboratory recommendations to determine how to set equipment controls to produce the required qualities and quantities of products.
  • Signal other workers by telephone or radio to operate pumps, open and close valves, and check temperatures.
  • Start pumps and open valves or use automated equipment to regulate the flow of oil in pipelines and into and out of tanks.
  • Verify that incoming and outgoing products are moving through the correct meters, and that meters are working properly.

  • Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.
  • Clean work areas.
  • Clean production equipment.
  • Inspect production equipment.
  • Lubricate production equipment.
  • Maintain production or processing equipment.
  • Monitor equipment fluid levels.
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
  • Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
  • Operate energy distribution equipment.
  • Operate pumping systems or equipment.
  • Repair production equipment or tools.
  • Signal others to coordinate work activities.
  • Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.
  • Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.