How do they match: Hydroelectric Plant Technicians

  • Operations and Maintenance Technician
  • C and I Mechanic
  • Communications and Instrumentation Mechanic
  • Hydro Operator
  • Hydro O and M Technician
  • Hydroelectric Operations and Maintenance Technician
  • Hydroelectric Operations Maintenance Technician
  • Hydroelectric Operations Maintenance Worker
  • Hydroelectric Operator
  • Hydroelectric Plant Operation and Maintenance Technician
  • Hydroelectric Plant Operator
  • O and M Technician
  • Plant Operations Worker
  • Power Plant Operator
  • Traveling Operator

  • 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.

  • Operate high voltage switches or related devices in hydropower stations.
  • Operate hydroelectric plant equipment, such as turbines, pumps, valves, gates, fans, electric control boards, or battery banks.
  • Communicate status of hydroelectric operating equipment to dispatchers or supervisors.
  • 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.
  • Monitor hydroelectric power plant equipment operation and performance, adjusting to performance specifications, as necessary.
  • Start, adjust, or stop generating units, operating valves, gates, or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric power generating plants.

  • Operate energy production equipment.
  • Operate pumping systems or equipment.
  • Operate welding equipment.
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.
  • Record operational or production data.