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DOT Code: 952.362-038

Industry: chemical
Alternate Titles: powerhouse attendant

Controls powerhouse equipment, such as converters, rectifiers, transformers, and generators, to direct, distribute, and maintain power to chemical processing equipment, according to demand: Moves switches on central control panel to regulate converters and rectifiers to convert alternating current or direct current and transmit it to electrolytic cell department, according to production demand. Observes demand meters, gauges, and recording instruments and moves controls to ensure efficient power utilization, equipment operation, and maintain power distribution, according to departmental demands. Monitors gauges, alarms, and oscilloscopes to detect and prevent damage to equipment and disruption of power. Records operational data, such as chart and meter readings, power demand and usage, malfunctions and repairs, and operating time. Cleans, lubricates, repairs, and adjusts equipment, using handtools. May turn valves to regulate pressure on lines drawing chlorine to electrolytic cells. When controlling specific equipment only, may be designated by unit as Motor-Generator-Set Operator (chemical); Rectifier Operator (chemical).

GOE: 05.06.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77