Profession pipeline pump operator

Pipeline pump operators tend pump equipment and systems to transfer liquids and substances (e.g. such as chemical solutions, crude oil, gases, and others) from one point to the next. They operate hoses, pumps, and other equipment according to the good to be transferred. They ensure smooth circulation and flow of the goods in the pipelines.

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Personality Type

• Realistic / Conventional
• Realistic / Enterprising
• Realistic / Investigative

Knowledge

• Mechanical engineering

  Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.

• Mechanics

  Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

• Pipeline coating properties

  Know pipeline coating properties such as external anti-corrosion, internal coating, concrete weight coating, thermal insulation, and others.

Skills

• Monitor gauge

  Oversee the data presented by a gauge concerning the measurement of pressure, temperature, thickness of a material, and others.

• Operate oil pumping systems

  Manipulate control panels to adjust pressure and temperature and to direct product flow rate. Control oil pumping systems; monitor liquid circulation in petroleum refinery.

• Prevent pipeline deterioration

  Ensure the conservation of pipelines by undertaking adequate maintenance of the system and its coating properties. Prevent corrosion formation, leaks, and other problems.

• Regulate the flow of substances in pipelines

  Control of the flow of substances such as gases, chemicals, oils, and other materials transported via pipelines and pump stations.

• Have a high level of safety awareness

  Ensure high levels of safety awareness; use personal protection equipment; communicate with staff members and provide advice on health and safety issues.

• Maintain pipeline coating properties

  Perform maintenance to pipelines and their coating properties by applying chemicals and techniques. Maintain external anti-corrosion, internal coating, concrete weight coating, thermal insulation, and other coating properties.

• Transfer liquid goods

  Use appropriate equipment and tools to transfer liquid goods from storage vessels to pipelines and vice versa.

• Use rigging equipment

  Set up rolling and lifting equipment required to lift and move objects e.g. with a crane or block and tackle system.

• Pump products

  Operate pumping machines according to specific procedures and depending on the kind of product. Ensure correct quantities and adequate feeding for the process.

• Transfer oil

  Prepare specific volumes of refined and unrefined materials for storage; transfer materials that require further processing.

• Monitor storage vessels used to transport goods via pipeline

  Monitor storage vessels for specific goods such as gases, liquids, crude oil, and others. Check gauge levels and other storage requirements depending on the type of goods.

• Apply health and safety standards

  Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

• Operate pumping equipment

  Operate pumping equipment; oversee gas and oil transport from wellheads to refineries or storage facilities.

• Operate hydraulic pumps

  Operate hydraulic pumping systems.

• Maintain tanks

  Clean and keep in adequate condition tanks, basins, and filter beds using hand tools and power tools.

Optional knowledge and skills

Source: Sisyphus ODB