As a Steam Plant Operator, you will need to master following:

• monitor utility equipment
• types of steam engines

More generally, a steam plant operator is also versed in:

• adjust cylinder valves
• conduct routine machinery checks
• hydraulics
• mechanics
• monitor automated machines
• monitor valves
• perform maintenance on installed equipment
• resolve equipment malfunctions
• thermodynamics
• use testing equipment

It also helps to know the following:

• arrange equipment repairs
• manufacturing of steam generators
• operate boiler
• operate hydraulic machinery controls
• operate stationary steam engine
• operate steam turbine
• automation technology
• collaborate with engineers
• electricity
• heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration parts
• maintain records of maintenance interventions
• monitor water quality
• operate automated process control
• perform minor repairs to equipment
• repair heating equipment
• use personal protection equipment