Pumpman career description

Pumpman career description

In this post, you can ref career description of Pumpman in details. A complete career description concludes Pumpman key duties/responsibilities, Pumpman career qualifications (knowledge, education, skills, abilities, experience…KSA model) and other ones such as daily tasks, key activities, key/core competencies, job functions/purpose…

I. List of Pumpman duties:

      1.            Isolate, clean, open, replace, inspect, close and return to service strainers, heat exchangers and boiler doors.

      2.            Operate, clean, service and lubricate portable power driven tools and equipment.

      3.            Perform simple disassembly and assembly work, clean and recondition parts, lubricate, bolt, unbolt, wire brush and open and close inspection doors.

      4.            To troubleshoot equipment problems and document these problems using the appropriate computer tracking systems.

      5.            To place in service, monitor and clear-out all plant auxiliary equipment systems and/or components of a system.

      6.            Perform routine cleaning of plant areas and equipment, including outside areas, as assigned. Operate, clean and lubricate equipment necessary to perform these tasks.

      7.            Load, unload, move and handle materials, supplies and equipment; open boxes, barrels, bags and other materials. Operate material handling equipment including hoists, forklift trucks, small tractors and automotive equipment and their associated equipment and perform duties incidental to the operation of such equipment.

      8.            Isolate plant equipment and place/remove clearance tags in accordance with the Company’s Clearance Policy.

      9.            Operate, regulate, adjust, clean and perform minor maintenance on power plant equipment, including associated pumps, piping and valves.

  10.            Monitor and inspect all plant equipment for normal operation. Identify and report abnormal conditions to the proper authority.

  11.            Assist in preparing boilers and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service.

  12.            Monitor boiler burners and observe conditions of fires and furnaces.

  13.            Lubricate and check lubrication equipment; adjust packing glands as necessary and perform necessary operative maintenance, using appropriate hand tools.

  14.            Utilize portable meters, analyzers and equipment to conduct tests and monitoring.

  15.            Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.

  16.            Use flow diagrams to identify system piping and equipment and revise these prints as required.

  17.            Perform routine operation and maintenance of basic water treating systems, including chemical control, routine testing of effluents, inventory of bulk chemicals, chlorination and lubrication.

  18.            Make required equipment checks and assist in performing tests and preparing related reports, graphs and curves.

  19.            Assist in checking operations and maintenance projects for compliance with chemical standards and specifications compliance with chemical standards and specifications.

  20.            Collect and prepare samples, operate sampling equipment and perform tests requiring the use of basic analytical equipment and knowledge of common chemical materials.

II. List of Pumpman qualifications

1. Should have 3,000 hours of power plant experience.
2. Rotating shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays. Minimum long distance travel required but the inspection of remote equipment is a daily requirement for this position.
3. Must be able to learn all applicable operating instructions and procedures.
4. The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, are required for this position.
5. Must be able to learn the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work.
6. Must be able to learn the tools and equipment and their use as required in the work.
7. Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required.
8. Must be able to understand the care and attention required for the safe and efficient operation of equipment in the Energy Production Department.
9. Must possess the appropriate State driver's license.
10. Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple pints and specifications.
11. Must have a working knowledge of OSHA and Environmental guidelines and the Company Safety Manual.
12. Must be able to work effectively with other employees and learn to instruct and direct other employees.
13. Must be willing to work inside designated confined space entry areas.