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       CODE: 549.362-010 Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): STILL-PUMP OPERATOR (petrol. refin.) alternate titles: process pumper; pump operator
Operates steam- or electric-driven pumps to circulate crude, semiprocessed, and finished petroleum
products, water, and chemical solutions through processing, storage, and shipping departments of
refinery, according to work orders: Starts pumps in specified units, observes flowmeters and
pressure meters, and turns valves and switches to change pumping rates, as directed by PUMPER
(petrol. refin.). Turns handwheels to open or close tank and pipeline valves to direct flow of
products to specified destinations. Observes operation of pumping equipment to detect malfunctioning
and leakage. Lubricates cocks, valves, joints, and pumps, using oilcan and grease gun. Tightens
bolts and screws to adjust and repair equipment, using handtools. Gauges contents of tank, using
gauging tape. May record operating data, such as products and quantities pumped, stocks used,
gauging results, and operating time. May remove sample from tank and test it for specific gravity
and color. May repair and overhaul pumps [PUMP SERVICER (any industry)]. May blend oils or gasolines
[BLENDER (petrol. refin.)]. May communicate with PUMPER (petrol. refin.) by radio or telephone to
send and receive pumping and gauging information. May be designated according to specialty as
Cooling-Tower Operator (petrol. refin.).
GOE: 06.02.12 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
ONET CROSSWALK: 97953 Pump Operators
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