United States
Keyword
Valve Operator
Pump Equipment Inspector
Minimum Bachelor of engineering
At least 3-4 years of relevant work experience
The tasks a Pump Station Operator, Waterworks is expected to perform include:
Operating electric, diesel, gas or automated pumping equipment to pump and route petroleum products through pipelines at main-line or terminal station according to instructions and destination
Turning the valves and starting the engines to pump oil through station
Reading the flow and pressure meters, turning the valves to vary pumping rate and line pressure, according to specifications
Turning the handwheel to open or close the pipeline valves to direct flow of oil to storage tanks according to grade
Directing the flow of oil through station and along pipeline, according to destination
Proficient in switching oil to alternative pipelines to prevent contamination between grades
Knowledge of inspecting pumping equipment to detect malfunctioning and leaks
Well-versed in lubricating machinery, and repairing and adjusting pumps and equipments using handtools
Adept with recording the pressure, temperature, and flow rates
Proficient in maintaining records of oil stock and oil receipts
Knowledge of operating equipment to treat and process raw water
Knowledge of testing water for chlorine content, alkalinity, acidity, or turbidity
Eye for detail
Good hand eye co-ordination
Good observation skills
Diligent and hardworking
Good motor skills
Good numerical and analytical skills
Physically fit
Ability to follow instructions
It needs one to be on their toes
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job
Part-time work and contractual jobs are maybe available in some cities
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Water plants usually work for 6 days a week and 8/10 hours every day. This may vary from one plant to plant
Shift system maybe available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
Maybe
The job is listed as mildly hazardous or dangerous
Occupational hazard includes respiratory problems, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, chronic cough, wheezing, breathlessness, etc.
Health risk includes exposure to diesel and petrol fumes, volatile organic compounds, sulphur dioxide, solvent gasoline, organic and inorganic substances, etc.
For freshers - INR 6,000 to INR 8,000 per month
For candidates with 2-4 years of experience or more - INR 9,000 to INR 12,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
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Overview of Water Supply, Sewerage; Waste Management & Remediation Activities Sector
Rapid industrialization and population explosion in India has led to the migration of people from villages to cities, which generate thousands of tons of MSW daily. The MSW amount is expected to increase significantly in the near future as the country strives to attain an industrialized nation status by the year 2020. The management of MSW requires proper infrastructure, maintenance and upgrade for all activities. The composition and the quantity of MSW generated form the basis on which the management system needs to be planned, designed and operated. The quantity of MSW generated depends on a number of factors such as food habits, standard of living, degree of commercial activities and seasons.
Growth Estimates and Latest Trends of Water Supply, Sewerage; Waste Management & Remediation Activities Sector in India
The two leading innovative mechanisms of waste disposal being adopted in India include composting (aerobic composting and vermin-composting) and waste to energy (WTE). WTE projects for disposal of MSW are a relatively new concept in India. Incineration is the process of control and complete combustion, for burning solid wastes. It leads to energy recovery and destruction of toxic wastes. The main purpose of the refuse derived fuel (RDF) method is to produce an improved solid fuel or pellets from MSW. In India, many RDF plants are in operation at
Hyderabad, Guntur and Vijaywada in Andhra Pradesh State. Gasification?combustion seems to be promising as it can reduce pollution and increase heat recovery. RDF is another promising technology, which is going to be used for producing power. All these factors put together is only going to increase the job opportunities across towns and cities in India.
Water plants across India
Towns and cities across India