Geothermal Technicians
Also called: Maintenance Technician, Control Room Operator (CRO), Control Operator, Instrumentation, Control, and Electrical Technician (I C & E Technician)
What they do:
Perform technical activities at power plants or individual installations necessary for the generation of power from geothermal energy sources. Monitor and control operating activities at geothermal power generation facilities and perform maintenance and repairs as necessary. Install, test, and maintain residential and commercial geothermal heat pumps.
On the job, you would:
- Identify and correct malfunctions of geothermal plant equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation, or controls.
- Monitor and adjust operations of geothermal power plant equipment or systems.
- Adjust power production systems to meet load and distribution demands.
Engineering and Technology
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Math and Science
Arts and Humanities
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Visual Understanding
Ideas and Logic
Verbal
Hand and Finger Use
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They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Analytical or scientific software
Spreadsheet software
Electronic mail software
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$36,710
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
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