Job Description:

• 1) Controls powerhouse equipment, such as converters, rectifiers, transformers, and generators, to direct, distribute, and maintain power to chemical processing equipment, according to demand: Moves switches on central control panel to regulate converters and rectifiers to convert alternating current or direct current and transmit it to electrolytic cell department, according to production demand.

• 2) Observes demand meters, gauges, and recording instruments and moves controls to ensure efficient power utilization, equipment operation, and maintain power distribution, according to departmental demands.

• 3) Monitors gauges, alarms, and oscilloscopes to detect and prevent damage to equipment and disruption of power.

• 4) Records operational data, such as chart and meter readings, power demand and usage, malfunctions and repairs, and operating time.

• 5) Cleans, lubricates, repairs, and adjusts equipment, using handtools.

• 6) May turn valves to regulate pressure on lines drawing chlorine to electrolytic cells.

• 7) When controlling specific equipment only, may be designated by unit as Motor-Generator-Set Operator; Rectifier Operator.