Top Expected Tasks
Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
01
Monitor meters and pressure gauges to determine consumption rate variations, temperatures, and pressures.
02
Respond to problems by adjusting control room equipment or instructing other personnel to adjust equipment at problem locations or in other control areas.
03
Record instrument readings and operational changes in operating logs.
04
Adjust valves and equipment to obtain specified performance.
05
Move controls and turn valves to start compressor engines, pumps, and auxiliary equipment.
06
Operate power-driven pumps that transfer liquids, semi-liquids, gases, or powdered materials.
07
Submit daily reports on facility operations.
08
Take samples of gases and conduct chemical tests to determine gas quality and sulfur or moisture content, or send samples to laboratories for analysis.
09
Read gas meters, and maintain records of the amounts of gas received and dispensed from holders.
10
Turn knobs or switches to regulate pressures.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Production and Processing
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
Chemistry
SKILL
Operations Monitoring
SKILL
Operation and Control
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Equipment Maintenance
ABILITY
Arm-Hand Steadiness
ABILITY
Finger Dexterity
ABILITY
Manual Dexterity
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Multilimb Coordination
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