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Summary Description


	Distribute or process gas for utility companies and others by controlling compressors to maintain specified pressures on main pipelines.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Compressor Station Operator

2.	Dispatcher

3.	Engine Room Operator

4.	Field Gauger

5.	Fuel Attendant

6.	Gas Controller

7.	Gas Dispatcher

8.	Gas Distribution Plant Operator

9.	Gas Maker

10.	Gas Operator

11.	Gas Plant Dispatcher

12.	Gas Plant Operator

13.	Gas Plant Technician

14.	Gas Processing Plant Operator

15.	Gas Producer

16.	Gas System Operator

17.	Gas Treater

18.	Gauger

19.	High Pressure Operator

20.	Liquefaction and Regasification Plant Operator

21.	Liquefaction Plant Operator

22.	Liquid Natural Gas Plant Operator (LNG Plant Operator)

23.	Liquified Natural Gas Specialist (LNG Specialist)

24.	Liquified Natural Gas Technician (LNG Technician)

25.	Load Dispatcher

26.	Natural Gas Plant Technician

27.	Operation Specialist

28.	Oxygen Plant Operator

29.	Plant Operator

30.	Pressure Controller

31.	Pressure Dispatcher

32.	Process Plant Operator

33.	Regasification Plant Operator

34.	Tank Terminal Gauger

35.	Terminal Gauger

36.	Water Gas Operator

Job Tasks

	Distribute or process gas for utility companies or industrial plants, using panel boards, control boards, and semi-automatic equipment.

	Monitor transportation and storage of flammable and other potentially dangerous products to ensure that safety guidelines are followed.

	Monitor equipment functioning, observe temperature, level, and flow gauges, and perform regular unit checks, in order to ensure that all equipment is operating as it should.

	Control operation of compressors, scrubbers, evaporators, and refrigeration equipment in order to liquefy, compress, or regasify natural gas.

	Start and shut down plant equipment.

	Control equipment to regulate flow and pressure of gas to feedlines of boilers, furnaces, and related steam-generating or heating equipment.

	Record, review, and compile operations records, test results, and gauge readings such as temperatures, pressures, concentrations, and flows.

	Adjust temperature, pressure, vacuum, level, flow rate, and/or transfer of gas to maintain processes at required levels or to correct problems.

	Clean, maintain, and repair equipment, using hand tools, or request that repair and maintenance work be performed.

	Control fractioning columns, compressors, purifying towers, heat exchangers, and related equipment in order to extract nitrogen and oxygen from air.

	Collaborate with other operators to solve unit problems.

	Determine causes of abnormal pressure variances, and make corrective recommendations, such as installation of pipes to relieve overloading.

	Read logsheets to determine product demand and disposition, or to detect malfunctions.

	Test gas, chemicals, and air during processing to assess factors such as purity and moisture content, and to detect quality problems or gas or chemical leaks.

	Calculate gas ratios to detect deviations from specifications, using testing apparatus.

	Contact maintenance crews when necessary.

	Signal or direct workers who tend auxiliary equipment.

	Change charts in recording meters.

	Operate construction equipment to install and maintain gas distribution systems.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).


		control operation of compressors

		operate chemical processing equipment

		use precision measuring tools or equipment

		use hand or power tools

		operate gas, petroleum, or power distribution equipment

		use laboratory equipment

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.


		monitor production machinery/equipment operation to detect problems

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.


		maintain consistent production quality

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.


		maintain production or work records

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.


		confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel

		signal directions or warnings to coworkers

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.


		read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.


		adjust production equipment/machinery setup

		maintain or repair industrial or related equipment/machinery

		clean equipment or machinery

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.


		analyze test information to determine equipment operating efficiency

		test materials or solutions

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.


		direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

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