Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders operate or tend equipment to control chemical changes or reactions in the processing of industrial or consumer products. The equipment that they use can include devulcanizers, steam-jacketed kettles, and reactor vessels.
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- Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
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What do they typically do
- Measure, weigh, and mix chemical ingredients according to specifications
- Adjust controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, or flow of liquids or gases and times of prescribed reactions
- Patrol work areas to detect leaks or equipment malfunctions or to monitor operating conditions
- Control or operate equipment in which chemical changes or reactions take place
- Test product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations, or viscosities or send them to laboratories for testing
- Monitor gauges, recording instruments, flowmeters, or products to maintain specified conditions
- Inspect equipment or units to find leaks or malfunctions and shut equipment down if necessary
- Observe safety precautions to prevent fires or explosions
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth -0.2%
Job Openings 550
Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
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