[Core] [57% incumbents] Control power generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, or reactors, using control boards or semi-automatic equipment.
  DWAs: Operate energy production equipment.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Monitor power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems.
  DWAs: Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Regulate equipment operations and conditions, such as water levels, based on instrument data or from computers.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Inspect records or log book entries or communicate with plant personnel to assess equipment operating status.
  DWAs: Exchange information with colleagues.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Clean, lubricate, or maintain equipment, such as generators, turbines, pumps, or compressors, to prevent failure or deterioration.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Maintain production or processing equipment. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Operate, control, or monitor equipment, such as acid or gas carbon dioxide removal units, carbon dioxide compressors, or pipelines, to capture, store, or transport carbon dioxide exhaust.
  DWAs: Operate pumping systems or equipment.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Operate, control, or monitor gasifiers or related equipment, such as coolers, water quenches, water gas shifts reactors, or sulfur recovery units, to produce syngas or electricity from coal.
  DWAs: Operate energy production equipment.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Examine and test electrical power distribution machinery and equipment, using testing devices.
  DWAs: Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Control generator output to match the phase, frequency, or voltage of electricity supplied to panels.
  DWAs: Operate energy production equipment.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Take regulatory action, based on readings from charts, meters and gauges, at established intervals.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Start or stop generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary.
  DWAs: Operate pumping systems or equipment. | Operate energy production equipment.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Operate or maintain distributed power generation equipment, including fuel cells or microturbines, to produce energy on-site for manufacturing or other commercial purposes.
  DWAs: Operate energy production equipment. | Maintain sustainable energy production equipment.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Open and close valves and switches in sequence to start or shut down auxiliary units.
  DWAs: Operate energy production equipment.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Control or maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feedwater heaters, filters, or chlorinators, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, or auxiliary power.
  DWAs: Operate pumping systems or equipment. | Operate energy distribution equipment.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Make adjustments or minor repairs, such as tightening leaking gland or pipe joints.
  DWAs: Repair production equipment or tools.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Communicate with systems operators to regulate and coordinate line voltages and transmission loads and frequencies.
  DWAs: Exchange information with colleagues.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Receive outage calls and request necessary personnel during power outages or emergencies.
  DWAs: Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Collect oil, water, or electrolyte samples for laboratory analysis.
  DWAs: Collect samples of materials or products for testing.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Record and compile operational data by completing and maintaining forms, logs, or reports.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Supplemental] [55% incumbents] Adjust controls to generate specified electrical power or to regulate the flow of power between generating stations and substations.
  DWAs: Operate energy distribution equipment.

[Supplemental] [55% incumbents] Operate, control, or monitor integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC) or related equipment, such as air separation units, to generate electricity from coal.
  DWAs: Operate energy production equipment.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Place standby emergency electrical generators on line in emergencies and monitor the temperature, output, and lubrication of the system.
  DWAs: Monitor lubrication of equipment or workpieces. | Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.

[None] Analyze the layout, instrumentation, or function of electrical generation or transmission facilities.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment or systems.

[None] Diagnose or troubleshoot problems with gas collection systems.
  DWAs: Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.

[None] Monitor well fields periodically to ensure proper functioning and performance.
  DWAs: Monitor conditions at energy-producing landfills.

[None] Operate landfill gas, methane, or natural gas fueled electrical generation systems.
  DWAs: Operate natural gas generation equipment.

[None] Prepare and submit compliance, operational, and safety forms or reports.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[None] Repair or replace gas piping.
  DWAs: Replace worn equipment components.

[None] Trace electrical circuitry to ensure compliance of electrical systems with applicable codes or laws.
  DWAs: Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.

[None] Verify that well field monitoring data conforms to applicable regulations.
  DWAs: Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Speaking (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:3.98 lvl:4.79) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.69 lvl:3.47) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  English Language (imp:3.62 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Production and Processing (imp:3.40 lvl:3.48) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Chemistry (imp:3.24 lvl:3.78) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Physics (imp:3.07 lvl:3.42) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.00 lvl:2.80) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Design (imp:2.84 lvl:2.08) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Education and Training (imp:2.79 lvl:3.35) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.60 lvl:1.42) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.44 lvl:2.72) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Law and Government (imp:2.41 lvl:1.98) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Mathematics (imp:2.34 lvl:2.05) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administrative (imp:2.33) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.08 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Building and Construction (imp:2.02 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Transportation (imp:2.01 lvl:1.37) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Psychology (imp:1.86 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:1.79) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Communications and Media (imp:1.70 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.67 lvl:0.66) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.59) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Biology (imp:1.55 lvl:0.78) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Geography (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.44) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.38) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.32 lvl:0.22) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Foreign Language (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Fine Arts (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Far Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Written Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Reaction Time (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Response Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Static Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.13 lvl:5.36) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.02 lvl:5.79) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Getting Information (imp:3.89 lvl:3.84) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.87 lvl:4.91) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.81 lvl:4.53) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.79 lvl:4.65) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.58 lvl:4.18) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.57 lvl:3.78) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.57 lvl:3.54) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.57 lvl:3.38) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Processing Information (imp:3.56 lvl:4.34) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.56 lvl:3.98) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.53 lvl:4.06) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.38 lvl:4.34) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.30 lvl:4.40) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Working with Computers (imp:3.23 lvl:3.00) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.20 lvl:4.48) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.18 lvl:3.61) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.18 lvl:3.72) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.09 lvl:4.78) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.08 lvl:3.15) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.08 lvl:3.91) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.07 lvl:3.60) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.06 lvl:3.39) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.06 lvl:3.25) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.98 lvl:2.80) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.97 lvl:4.38) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.91 lvl:3.29) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.90 lvl:2.56) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.89 lvl:2.73) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.88 lvl:3.32) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.76 lvl:2.87) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.59 lvl:2.49) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.44 lvl:3.29) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.41 lvl:2.54) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.32 lvl:1.76) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.15 lvl:1.83) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.14 lvl:2.58) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.07 lvl:2.12) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.74 lvl:1.24) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.66 lvl:0.95) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cautiousness (imp:2.74) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.67) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.24) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.14) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:2.03) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Perseverance (imp:1.70) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.42) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:1.19) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.18) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:1.11) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.74) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Initiative (imp:0.59) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.24) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism (imp:0.02) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Empathy (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Innovation (imp:-0.37) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.46) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 29,320
  annual_median    : $102,040
  annual_pct10     : $61,790
  annual_pct25     : $79,690
  annual_pct75     : $119,080
  annual_pct90     : $131,940
  annual_mean      : $99,790
  hourly_median    : $49.06

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($131,620)
  lowest_state     : Guam ($61,230)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.150x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (51 total) ---
  Utilities                                emp:   20,400  median: $ 105,210
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    4,330  median: $  98,420
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,030  median: $  90,930
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      880  median: $  79,690
  Educational Services                     emp:      730  median: $  63,620
  Manufacturing                            emp:      680  median: $  74,160
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      480  median: $ 100,700
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      400  median: $  65,970
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      150  median: $  83,970

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (9 total) ---
  Utilities                                emp:   20,400  median: $ 105,210
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    4,330  median: $  98,420
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,030  median: $  90,930
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      880  median: $  79,690
  Educational Services                     emp:      730  median: $  63,620
  Manufacturing                            emp:      680  median: $  74,160
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      480  median: $ 100,700
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      400  median: $  65,970
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      150  median: $  83,970

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wikipedia_url      : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plant_operator
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A plant operator is an employee who supervises the operation of an industrial plant. The term is usually applied to workers employed in utilities, wastewater treatment plants, power plants or chemical plants such as gas extraction facilities, petrochemical or oil refineries.
Modern industrial plants are generally highly automated, with control of the plant's processes centralised in a control room from which valves, gauges, alarms and switches may be operated. Employees working in these environments are sometimes known as control room, panel or board operators - conversely, workers carrying out field operations may be known as 'outside operators'.  Generally, operators are assigned to a particular unit, on which they are responsible for a certain function or area of equipment.  Operators are also often responsible for ensuring work is being done in a safe manner, including managing 'permit to work' systems covering other workers.


== References ==

Rudman, J.; Corporation, National Learning (1977). Sewage Plant Operator. Career Examination Series (in French). National Learning Corporation. ISBN 978-0-8373-2443-2. Retrieved August 8, 2016.
Learning, Delmar Thomson (1998). Water Treatment Plant Operator (in French). Cengage Learning. ISBN 978-0-7668-5339-3. Retrieved August 8, 2016.
Spellman, F.R. (2008). Handbook of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations, Second Edition. Taylor & Francis. ISBN 978-1-4200-7530-4. Retrieved August 8, 2016.

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Virtual power plant (similarity: 0.5500)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_power_plant
  QID: Q785102
  Extract: A virtual power plant (VPP) is a system for aggregating distributed energy resources (DERs) to function as a single power plant. Operators coordinate these resources to balance supply and demand, provide grid services, and participate in energy markets. A VPP typically sells its output to an electri

  Title: Power station (similarity: 0.5882)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_station
  QID: Q159719
  Extract: 
A power station, also referred to as a power plant and sometimes generating station or generating plant, is an industrial facility for the generation of electric power. Power stations are generally connected to an electrical grid.

  Title: Economics of nuclear power plants (similarity: 0.4444)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economics_of_nuclear_power_plants
  QID: Q5333595
  Extract: Nuclear power construction costs have varied significantly across the world and over time. Rapid increases in costs occurred during the 1970s, especially in the United States. Recent cost trends in countries such as Japan and Korea have been very different, including periods of stability and decline

  Title: Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant (similarity: 0.4400)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chernobyl_Nuclear_Power_Plant
  QID: Q215419
  Extract: The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant (ChNPP) is a nuclear power plant undergoing decommissioning. ChNPP is located near the abandoned city of Pripyat in northern Ukraine, 16.5 kilometres (10 mi) northwest of the city of Chernobyl, 16 kilometres (10 mi) from the Belarus–Ukraine border, and about 100 kil

  Title: Military Auxiliary Radio System (similarity: 0.3077)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Military_Auxiliary_Radio_System
  QID: Q194785
  Extract: The Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS) is a United States Department of War sponsored program, established as a separately managed and operated program by the United States Army and the United States Air Force. The United States Navy-Marine Corps program closed in 2015. The program is a civilian

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence due to comprehensive O*NET data, clear Wikipedia match, detailed wage and employment statistics, and well-defined related occupations with logical career pathways.
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wikipedia_title      : Plant operator
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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Power Plant Operators control and maintain machinery that generates electric power, including boilers, turbines, generators, and reactors. They monitor equipment continuously for operating problems and make regulatory adjustments based on instrument readings to ensure safe, efficient power generation. These operators work in utilities, government facilities, and industrial plants, requiring strong mechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A power plant operator begins their shift by reviewing log books and communicating with departing personnel to assess equipment status. They spend most of their time monitoring control boards and computer systems, watching for indicators of operating problems across generators, turbines, and auxiliary equipment. When adjustments are needed, they regulate water levels, generator output, and other conditions based on instrument data to maintain optimal performance. They routinely inspect, clean, and lubricate equipment like pumps and compressors to prevent failures. Documentation is critical, as they must record readings from charts, meters, and gauges at established intervals and take regulatory action when parameters fall outside normal ranges.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as power plant operators demonstrate exceptional dependability and attention to detail, as equipment failures can have serious safety and economic consequences. They possess strong mechanical aptitude and enjoy working with complex industrial machinery and control systems. Problem sensitivity and deductive reasoning abilities are crucial for detecting subtle signs of equipment malfunction and determining appropriate corrective actions. These operators typically prefer realistic work environments involving hands-on technical tasks rather than abstract or social activities. They must remain calm under pressure and follow strict safety protocols while making critical decisions about power generation equipment.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most power plant operators enter the field with a high school diploma, though some employers prefer candidates with associate's degrees in power plant technology or related technical fields. Entry-level positions typically involve extensive on-the-job training programs lasting several months to learn specific plant systems and safety procedures. Many operators complete formal apprenticeships or specialized power plant training programs offered by technical schools or community colleges. Prior experience in mechanical trades, military technical roles, or industrial maintenance can provide valuable background knowledge.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced power plant operators can advance to senior operator positions, shift supervisors, or plant maintenance supervisors with additional training and certification. Some transition into power distribution and dispatching roles, while others move into plant engineering or management positions with additional education. The specialized knowledge gained in power plant operations also transfers well to related fields like water treatment plant operations, chemical plant operations, or industrial maintenance supervision.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Power plant operators earn a median annual salary of $102,040 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with the 10th-90th percentile range spanning $61,790 to $131,940. The highest-paying state is Washington at $131,620 annually, while the lowest is Guam at $61,230, representing a 2.15x geographic wage differential. With 29,320 total employment positions, the largest employer segment is utilities with 20,400 jobs, followed by government entities with 4,330 positions. Job security tends to be strong due to the essential nature of electric power generation, though the industry faces ongoing transitions toward renewable energy sources and automation.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Power plant operations face moderate automation pressure, particularly in routine monitoring and control functions that can be handled by advanced control systems and AI-driven predictive maintenance tools. However, the critical nature of power generation and the need for human judgment in emergency situations and complex problem-solving scenarios provide some protection against full automation. Operators will likely see their roles evolve toward managing more sophisticated automated systems while maintaining essential oversight and intervention capabilities.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators (51-8021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high mechanical knowledge (4.0+ importance) and controlling machines/processes as primary work activities.
    data: Mechanical knowledge importance 4.0
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes activity level 5.4
  [task_similarity] Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators (51-8031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both monitor plant equipment, regulate operations based on instrument data, and maintain critical infrastructure equipment.
    data: Monitoring Processes activity level 4.9
    data: Operations Monitoring skill level 4.0
  [riasec_cluster] Chemical Plant and System Operators (51-8091.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles show dominant realistic orientation (R:6.84) with conventional secondary traits, indicating similar work preferences.
    data: RIASEC R:6.84
    data: Job Zone 2
    data: Production/manufacturing vertical
  [career_pathway] Power Distributors and Dispatchers (51-8012.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Power plant operators can advance to distribution/dispatching roles, sharing electrical power knowledge and control systems experience.
    data: Related occupation designation
    data: Electrical power distribution machinery testing task
  [knowledge_overlap] Geothermal Technicians (49-9099.01) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require mechanical knowledge, physics understanding, and engineering/technology knowledge for energy production systems.
    data: Mechanical knowledge level 4.8
    data: Physics knowledge level 3.4
    data: Engineering and Technology knowledge level 2.8

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  exclude_keywords : ['maintenance technician', 'electrician', 'engineer', 'supervisor', 'dispatcher']
  title_patterns   : ['*plant operator', '*power operator', '*generation operator', 'auxiliary*operator', '*turbine operator']
  common_variations: ['power plant operator', 'plant operator', 'generation operator', 'turbine operator', 'auxiliary operator', 'control operator', 'boiler operator', 'steam plant operator']

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plant                      37  0.01175  inference            inference:46%  wikipedia:38%  onet_tasks:8%
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production                 22  0.00698  dwas                 dwas:64%  onet_dimensions:36%
operate                    21  0.00667  dwas                 dwas:62%  onet_tasks:24%  onet_dimensions:14%
operators                  17  0.00540  inference            inference:59%  wikipedia:35%  onet_tasks:6%
energy                     16  0.00508  dwas                 dwas:69%  wikipedia:19%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 16  0.00508  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                 15  0.00476  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  inference:40%  wikipedia:13%
problems                   14  0.00444  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:14%  inference:14%
includes                   13  0.00413  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
resources                  12  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:25%
objects                    12  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
water                      11  0.00349  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:45%  wikipedia:27%  inference:18%
electrical                 11  0.00349  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:64%  onet_dimensions:18%  dwas:9%
monitoring                 11  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:18%  onet_tasks:9%
materials                  11  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
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problem                    10  0.00317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:30%
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needs                       9  0.00286  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
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orientation                 9  0.00286  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
gas                         8  0.00254  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:75%  dwas:12%  wikipedia:12%
auxiliary                   8  0.00254  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  wikipedia:25%  inference:25%
maintaining                 8  0.00254  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
learning                    8  0.00254  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  wikipedia:50%
rules                       8  0.00254  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                  8  0.00254  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%