domestic cooling systems
The modern and traditional cooling systems such as air conditioning, ventilation, or radiant cooling, and their energy saving principles.
Boiler operators maintain heating systems such as low-pressure boilers, high-pressure boilers and power boilers. They work mostly in large buildings like power plants or boiler rooms and ensure a safe and environmentally friendly operation of boiler systems.
Competences and skills
23 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
2 competencesheating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration parts
The different parts constituing heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems such as the different valves, fans, compressors, condensers, filters and other components.
water pressure
Physical laws, qualities and applications of liquid or water pressure.
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
6 competencescontrol steam flows
Admit steam through lines or fuel to furnace to heat drier.
operate boiler
Operate sealed vessels which contain fluids which are heated or vaporised, not always up to boiling, for heating or power generation, such as in utilities. Ensure safe procedures by monitoring the blower auxiliary equipment closely during operations, and identifying faults and risks.
operate water-heating equipment
Operate water-heating equipment, such as electrical equipment, heat exchangers, heat pumps and solar heaters.
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read heat meter
Interpret the measuring equipment which records the consumption of thermal energy by measuring heat transfer fluid and temperature changes, and record the results correctly.
read water meter
Interpret the measuring instruments which measure the consumption and reception of water in facilities or residences, and note down the results in a correct manner.
regulate steam pressure
Regulate steam pressure and temperatures according to specifications.
Cross-sector
4 competencesmonitor gauge
Oversee the data presented by a gauge concerning the measurement of pressure, temperature, thickness of a material, and others.
monitor valves
Monitor and accordingly adjust the valves in order to allow a specific amount of liquids (such as ammonia sulfuric acid or viscous soap) or steam into the mixer or machine.
perform risk analysis
Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.
stand high temperatures
Stand high temperatures while keeping concentration and efficiency under demanding circumstances.
Optional knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencenatural gas
The various facets of natural gas: its extraction, processing, constituents, uses, environmental factors, etc.
Cross-sector
2 competencescommunication
The exchange and conveying of information, ideas, concepts, thoughts, and feelings through the use of a shared system of words, signs, and semiotic rules via a medium.
types of wood
Types of wood, such as birch, pine, poplar, mahogany, maple and tulipwood.
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Optional skills and competences 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencemaintain oil field machinery
Disassemble, repair or replace oil field equipment such as steam engine components or boilers; use power tools and hand tools.
Cross-sector
6 competencesensure equipment maintenance
Ensure that the equipment required for operations is regularly checked for faults, that routine maintenance tasks are performed, and that repairs are scheduled and performed in the case of damage or flaws.
ensure sanitation
Keep workspaces and equipment free from dirt, infection, and disease by removing waste, trash and providing for appropriate cleaning.
install heating boiler
Place heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration boilers, which heats up water and circulates it through a closed radiator system to distribute heat around a structure. Connect the boiler to a source of fuel or electricity and to the circulation system. Connect it to the water supply if it features an automatic filling system. Configure the boiler.
operate pumps
Operate industrial pumps used to remove excess liquid.
present reports
Display results, statistics and conclusions to an audience in a transparent and straightforward way.
use power tools
Operate power driven pumps. Use hand tools or power tools. Use vehicle repair tools or safety equipment.