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Overview
Steam turbine operators run and maintain power-generating machinery, monitor turbine operation and react when safety, pressure, cooling or mechanical conditions change.
In job descriptions, look for steam turbines, boiler or generator equipment, valve monitoring, routine machinery checks, testing equipment, personal protective equipment, emergency procedures and incident reporting.
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Search jobsWhat the work can involve
Steam turbine operators work close to turbine halls, control panels and power-generating machinery. The work centers on stable operation, routine checks, valve settings, cooling, alarms and fast action when machinery or safety conditions change.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes mechanics, thermodynamics, steam engines, valve adjustment, testing equipment, automated process control and clear incident reporting. Some roles add fuel inventory, equipment repairs or coordination with engineers.
Salary context
Salary context depends on plant size, shift work, emergency responsibility, maintenance scope, automated control duties and how much independent judgment the operator has during abnormal operation.
Career paths
Development can move toward senior turbine operation, control-room work, maintenance coordination, process supervision, safety roles or broader power production plant operation.
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Check whether adverts name the turbine type, control system, maintenance tasks, emergency procedures, reporting duties and expectations for protective equipment or environmental compliance.
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O*NET relationships: 1
Power Plant Operators
51-8013.00
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Occupation group
power production plant operator (3131.3)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/aac62c63-b6bf-4387-8ba3-75a487f25824 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 3131.3.9 |
| ISCO group | 3131 |
| Concept type | Occupation |