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Petroleum Pump System Operators

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Tasks and Duties

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Education

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Petroleum Pump System Operators

Tasks and Duties

  • Starts battery of pumps, observes pressure meters and flowmeters, and turns valves to regulate pumping speeds according to schedules.
  • Plans movement of products through lines to processing, storage, and shipping units, utilizing knowledge of interconnections and capacities system.
  • Signals other workers by telephone or radio to operate pumps, open and close valves, and check temperatures.
  • Records operating data, such as products and quantities pumped, stocks used, gauging results, and operating time.
  • Reads operating schedules or instructions from dispatcher.
  • Synchronizes activities with other pumphouses to ensure continuous flow of products and minimum of contamination between products.
  • Turns handwheels to open line valves and direct flow of product.

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