Is being a refinery operator a good fit for you?
Runs the units that turn crude oil into fuel and other products. Checks tanks and controls the flow of oil.
What the work involves
- Signals other workers by phone or radio to run pumps, open valves and check temperatures.
- Maintains and repairs equipment, or reports faulty equipment so repairs can be scheduled.
- Monitors instruments, gauges and meters to spot and report possible problems.
- Starts pumps and opens valves to control the flow of oil through pipelines and tanks.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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