How do they match: Power Plant Operators

  • Instrument and Control Technician
  • Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical Systems Technician
  • Landfill Gas Systems Monitor
  • Landfill Gas Collecting System Technician
  • Landfill Gas Collection System Technician
  • Landfill Gas Generating System Technician
  • Landfill Gas Generation System Technician
  • Methane Gas Generating System Technician
  • Methane Gas Generation System Technician
  • Operations and Maintenance Specialist
  • Operations and Maintenance Technician
  • Operations and Management Tech
  • Operations and Management Technician

  • Communicate with systems operators to regulate and coordinate line voltages and transmission loads and frequencies.
  • Diagnose or troubleshoot problems with gas collection systems.
  • Operate landfill gas, methane, or natural gas fueled electrical generation systems.
  • Place standby emergency electrical generators on line in emergencies and monitor the temperature, output, and lubrication of the system.
  • Regulate equipment operations and conditions, such as water levels, based on instrument data or from computers.
  • Trace electrical circuitry to ensure compliance of electrical systems with applicable codes or laws.

  • Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.
  • Inspect equipment or systems.
  • Operate pumping systems or equipment.
  • Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
  • Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.