Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Operate or tend equipment to control chemical changes or reactions in the processing of industrial or consumer products. Equipment used includes devulcanizers, steam-jacketed kettles, and reactor vessels.

Tasks Include:

Adjust controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, or flow of liquids or gases and times of prescribed reactions, according to knowledge of equipment and processes.
Observe safety precautions to prevent fires or explosions.
Monitor gauges, recording instruments, flowmeters, or products to ensure that specified conditions are maintained.
Control or operate equipment in which chemical changes or reactions take place during the processing of industrial or consumer products.
Measure, weigh, and mix chemical ingredients, according to specifications.
Inspect equipment or units to detect leaks or malfunctions, shutting equipment down, if necessary.
Patrol work areas to detect leaks or equipment malfunctions or to monitor operating conditions.
Test product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations, or viscosities, or send them to laboratories for testing.
Draw samples of products at specified stages so that analyses can be performed.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

Projections Quick View:

Virginia: -8.7%

National: -5.4%

Education

High School Diploma

Job Zone:

Two: Some Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Highest ($50,000 and up)

Median Earnings:

National

$51,720.00

State

$45,750.00

Regional

Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Description

Career Cluster:

Manufacturing

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Education

Required Level of Education

High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) = 48.79%
Some College Courses = 20.64%
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) = 13.50%
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 13.50%
Less than a High School Diploma = 1.80%
Bachelor's Degree = 1.77%

Related Work Experience

Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 31.85%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 26.43%
None = 18.98%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 18.16%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 4.58%

On-Site or In-Plant Training

Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 33.39%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 14.39%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 14.36%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 13.50%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 12.74%
Up to and including 1 month = 11.61%

On-the-Job Training

Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 29.59%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 27.40%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 16.89%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 14.36%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 4.55%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 4.55%
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month = 1.77%
Over 10 years = 0.89%

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Tasks

Core Tasks Include:

Adjust controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, or flow of liquids or gases and times of prescribed reactions, according to knowledge of equipment and processes.
Observe safety precautions to prevent fires or explosions.
Monitor gauges, recording instruments, flowmeters, or products to ensure that specified conditions are maintained.
Control or operate equipment in which chemical changes or reactions take place during the processing of industrial or consumer products.
Measure, weigh, and mix chemical ingredients, according to specifications.
Inspect equipment or units to detect leaks or malfunctions, shutting equipment down, if necessary.
Patrol work areas to detect leaks or equipment malfunctions or to monitor operating conditions.
Test product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations, or viscosities, or send them to laboratories for testing.
Draw samples of products at specified stages so that analyses can be performed.
Record operational data, such as temperatures, pressures, ingredients used, processing times, or test results.
Notify maintenance engineers of equipment malfunctions.
Add treating or neutralizing agents to products, and pump products through filters or centrifuges to remove impurities or to precipitate products.
Open valves or start pumps, agitators, reactors, blowers, or automatic feed of materials.
Read plant specifications to determine products, ingredients, or prescribed modifications of plant procedures.
Drain equipment, and pump water or other solutions through to flush and clean tanks or equipment.
Make minor repairs, lubricate, and maintain equipment, using hand tools.
Flush or clean equipment, using steam hoses or mechanical reamers.
Observe and compare colors and consistencies of products to instrument readings and to laboratory and standard test results.
Implement appropriate industrial emergency response procedures.
Dump or scoop prescribed solid, granular, or powdered materials into equipment.
Estimate materials required for production and manufacturing of products.
Inventory supplies received and consumed.
Direct activities of workers assisting in control or verification of processes or in unloading of materials.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Tools and Technology

Tools Include:

Hydraulic accumulators (Accumulators)
Processing tanks (Agitator tanks)
Respirators (Air purifying respirators)
Air scrubbers
Fans (Axial flow fans)
Barometers
Air dryers (Batch dryers)
Belt conveyors
Air dryers (Belt dryers)
Laboratory blenders or emulsifiers (Blenders)
Chemical tanks (Blending vessels)
Blowers
Pressure sensors (Bourdon tubes)
Water purification equipment (Brine concentrators)
Bucket conveyors (Bucket elevators)
Logging instruments for water wells (Calibrated rods)
Capacitance meters (Capacitance probes)
Catalytic converters
Fans (Centrifugal fans)
Centrifugal pumps
Chain conveyors
Chemical tanks (Chemical reactor vessels)
Reactors or fermenters or digesters (Chemical reactors)
Goggles (Chemical splash goggles)
Circulation heaters
Collection tanks (Collectors)
Colorimeters
Turbine engines (Combustion gas turbines)
Air dryers (Continuous tray dryers)
Evaporative coolers (Cooling towers)
Crystallizers
Deionization or demineralization equipment (Demineralizers)
Surface thermometers (Digital surface thermometers)
Bi distillation units (Distillers)
Air dryers (Drum dryers)
Extracting equipment for laboratories (Extractors)
Standard fermentation units (Fermentation chambers)
Filtering machinery (Filler presses)
Fire blankets
Fire extinguishers
Flowmeters (Flow meters)
Density gradient fractionators (Fractionators)
Gas chromatographs (Gas chromatographs GC)
Gas recovery machinery (Gas expanders)
Laboratory separators (Gas-liquid separators)
Gear pumps
Heat exchangers
Humidifiers
Air dryers (Industrial dryers)
Air filters (Industrial filters)
Spectrometers (Infrared spectroscopic equipment)
Laboratory evaporators
Ladders
Laboratory separators (Liquid-liquid separators)
Manometers
Reamers (Mechanical reamers)
Metal fabric media (Media filters)
Processing tanks (Neutralizer tanks)
Air dryers (Packed towers)
Hazardous material protective apparel (Personal protective equipment)
Air dryers (Pneumatic conveying dryers)
Positive displacement pumps
Pressure sensors (Pressure gauges)
Facial shields (Protective face shields)
Reactors
Reciprocating compressors
Reciprocating pumps
Gas recovery machinery (Recovery units)
Respirators
Reverse osmosis equipment (Reverse osmosis systems)
Air dryers (Rotary cylindrical dryers)
Rotary pumps
Rotating shakers (Rotating equipment)
Goggles (Safety goggles)
Safety shoes
Conveyor screw (Screw conveyors)
Respiration air supplying self contained breathing apparatus or accessories (Self-contained breathing apparatus)
Storage tanks (Soap-spray storage tanks)
Spectrophotometers
Spray dryers
Special hoses (Steam hoses)
Steam engines (Steam turbines)
Storage tanks (Storage drums)
Thermocouple probes (Thermocouple temperature probes)
Thermocouples
Evaporative coolers (Tray towers)
Two way radios
Vacuum pumps
Water purification equipment (Water clarifiers)
Water softening accessories (Water softeners)
Welding masks (Welding helmets)

Technologies Include:

Electronic mail software

IBM Lotus Notes

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft Excel

Word processing software

Microsoft Word

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Special Requirements

Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed.

Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Knowledge

%	Subject	Description
88.50	Production and Processing	Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
84.50	Chemistry	Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
76.75	Mechanical	Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
67.25	Computers and Electronics	Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
67.00	English Language	Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
61.75	Mathematics	Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
61.75	Public Safety and Security	Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
58.25	Law and Government	Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
56.25	Administrative	Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
56.00	Administration and Management	Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
53.25	Engineering and Technology	Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
52.25	Education and Training	Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Skills

%	Subject	Description
72.00	Operation and Control	Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
72.00	Operations Monitoring	Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
68.75	Monitoring	Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
59.50	Reading Comprehension	Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
59.50	Active Listening	Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
59.50	Critical Thinking	Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
59.50	Judgment and Decision Making	Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
53.00	Speaking	Talking to others to convey information effectively.
53.00	Complex Problem Solving	Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
50.00	Writing	Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
50.00	Active Learning	Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
50.00	Coordination	Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
50.00	Troubleshooting	Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
50.00	Quality Control Analysis	Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
50.00	Time Management	Managing one's own time and the time of others.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Abilities

%	Subject	Description
68.75	Oral Comprehension	The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
68.75	Oral Expression	The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
68.75	Near Vision	The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
68.75	Problem Sensitivity	The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
68.75	Control Precision	The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
65.50	Written Comprehension	The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
62.50	Perceptual Speed	The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
59.50	Information Ordering	The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
59.50	Multilimb Coordination	The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
59.50	Far Vision	The ability to see details at a distance.
56.25	Written Expression	The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
56.25	Deductive Reasoning	The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
56.25	Reaction Time	The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
56.25	Manual Dexterity	The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
53.00	Speech Clarity	The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
53.00	Inductive Reasoning	The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
53.00	Flexibility of Closure	The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
53.00	Rate Control	The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
53.00	Selective Attention	The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
53.00	Arm-Hand Steadiness	The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
53.00	Speech Recognition	The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
50.00	Category Flexibility	The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
50.00	Visualization	The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
50.00	Finger Dexterity	The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
50.00	Visual Color Discrimination	The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
50.00	Auditory Attention	The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Work Activities

%	Subject	Description
86.25	Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
83.25	Getting Information	Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
81.25	Making Decisions and Solving Problems	Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
80.25	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
80.00	Controlling Machines and Processes	Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
78.25	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
76.00	Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
72.25	Documenting/Recording Information	Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
71.75	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
71.75	Training and Teaching Others	Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
70.50	Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
68.00	Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
67.50	Processing Information	Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
67.50	Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
66.75	Analyzing Data or Information	Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
66.25	Performing General Physical Activities	Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
65.25	Handling and Moving Objects	Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
61.50	Working with Computers	Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
61.25	Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
60.75	Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
60.00	Developing and Building Teams	Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
59.50	Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
59.50	Coaching and Developing Others	Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
59.00	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
51.75	Assisting and Caring for Others	Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
51.25	Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
51.25	Providing Consultation and Advice to Others	Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
49.50	Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates	Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Work Styles

%	Subject	Description
84.00	Attention to Detail	Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
82.75	Dependability	Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
82.25	Cooperation	Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
81.50	Integrity	Job requires being honest and ethical.
74.00	Adaptability/Flexibility	Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
73.50	Stress Tolerance	Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
73.00	Initiative	Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
72.75	Persistence	Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
72.00	Concern for Others	Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
69.75	Independence	Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
69.25	Leadership	Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
69.00	Analytical Thinking	Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
67.75	Self-Control	Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
63.25	Achievement/Effort	Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
60.25	Social Orientation	Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
55.75	Innovation	Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Work Values

%	Subject	Description
83.33	Support	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
55.50	Relationships	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
55.50	Independence	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Work Context

%	Subject	Description
100.00	Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets	How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
94.20	Face-to-Face Discussions	How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
93.80	Exposed to Contaminants	How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
91.00	Exposed to Hazardous Conditions	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
89.20	Responsible for Others' Health and Safety	How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
88.20	Work With Work Group or Team	How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
88.20	Electronic Mail	How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
87.40	Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable	How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
85.60	Importance of Being Exact or Accurate	How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
85.00	Very Hot or Cold Temperatures	How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
84.00	Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
83.00	Contact With Others	How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
83.00	Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment	How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
82.40	Outdoors, Exposed to Weather	How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
80.60	Coordinate or Lead Others	How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
80.40	Time Pressure	How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
79.60	Consequence of Error	How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
79.60	Freedom to Make Decisions	How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
79.00	Responsibility for Outcomes and Results	How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
77.20	Importance of Repeating Same Tasks	How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
76.80	Exposed to Hazardous Equipment	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
76.40	Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection	How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
76.40	Structured versus Unstructured Work	To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
75.60	Telephone	How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
75.00	Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results	What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?
74.40	Spend Time Standing	How much does this job require standing?
74.20	Frequency of Decision Making	How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
73.60	Spend Time Walking and Running	How much does this job require walking and running?
73.20	Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls	How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
71.00	Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings	How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
69.80	Exposed to High Places	How often does this job require exposure to high places?
69.40	Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions	How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
63.40	Letters and Memos	How often does the job require written letters and memos?
61.60	Level of Competition	To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
61.20	Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions	How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
60.60	Physical Proximity	To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
58.40	Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting	How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
57.60	Degree of Automation	How automated is the job?
57.20	Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People	How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
56.40	Frequency of Conflict Situations	How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
54.00	Spend Time Sitting	How much does this job require sitting?
53.60	Indoors, Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
52.80	Outdoors, Under Cover	How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
52.20	Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body	How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Overall Experience
- Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training
- Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Examples
- These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
Education
- These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Earnings Benefits*

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
United States	$36,200.00	$51,720.00	$66,810.00
Virginia	$38,660.00	$45,750.00	$55,640.00

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
Alexandria/Arlington	No Data	No Data	No Data
Bay Consortium	No Data	No Data	No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	$41,790.00	$44,810.00	$53,400.00
Central VA/Region2000	$43,860.00	$52,270.00	$61,050.00
Crater Area	$45,600.00	$49,450.00	$64,900.00
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	$40,020.00	$43,190.00	$52,090.00
New River/Mt. Rogers	$39,380.00	$44,330.00	$48,590.00
Northern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
Piedmont Workforce	No Data	No Data	No Data
Shenandoah Valley	No Data	No Data	No Data
South Central	No Data	No Data	No Data
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	No Data	No Data	No Data
Western Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data

* Earnings Calculations:

Regional Earnings:
   Entry = Annual mean of the lower 1/3 wage distribution;
   Experienced = Annual mean of the upper 2/3 wage distribution.

National and State Earnings:
   Entry = Annual 10th percentile wage;
   Experienced = Annual 75th percentile wage.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

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Employment Projections

USA: 2023-2033

Virginia: 2022-2032

Regions: 2020-2030

	Current	Projected	% Change
United States	121,900	115,400	-5.4%
Virginia	886	809	-8.7%

Region	Current*	Projected	% Change
Alexandria/Arlington	No Data	No Data	No Data
Bay Consortium	No Data	No Data	No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	No Data	No Data	No Data
Central VA/Region2000	No Data	No Data	No Data
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	No Data	No Data	No Data
New River/Mt. Rogers	No Data	No Data	No Data
Northern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
Piedmont Workforce	No Data	No Data	No Data
Shenandoah Valley	No Data	No Data	No Data
South Central	No Data	No Data	No Data
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	No Data	No Data	No Data
Western Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data

* - Estimated

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The following military job classifications are available for this occupation:

Main Propulsion

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Proficiency Ratings

These proficiencies are scored on a scale from 1 to 5 with 1 being not
important to the job and 5 being extremely important to the job.

Proficiency	Rating
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	4.5
Getting Information	4.5
Making Decisions and Solving Problems	4.5
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	4.0
Controlling Machines and Processes	4.0
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	4.0
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	4.0
Documenting/Recording Information	4.0
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	4.0
Training and Teaching Others	4.0
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	4.0
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	3.5
Processing Information	3.5
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	3.5
Analyzing Data or Information	3.5
Performing General Physical Activities	3.5
Handling and Moving Objects	3.5
Working with Computers	3.5
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	3.5
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	3.5
Developing and Building Teams	3.5
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	3.5
Coaching and Developing Others	3.5
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	3.5
Assisting and Caring for Others	3.0
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	3.0
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others	3.0
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates	3.0
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment	3.0
Performing Administrative Activities	3.0
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others	2.5
Monitoring and Controlling Resources	2.5
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	2.5
Scheduling Work and Activities	2.5
Thinking Creatively	2.5
Developing Objectives and Strategies	2.5
Communicating with People Outside the Organization	2.5
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment	2.0
Staffing Organizational Units	2.0
Selling or Influencing Others	2.0
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public	2.0

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Titles

Acetone Recovery Worker
Acetylene Plant Operator
Acid Bleacher
Acid Cleaner
Acid Concentrator
Acid Condenser
Acid Extractor
Acid Maker
Acid Operator
Acid Patroller
Acid Plant Helper
Acid Plant Operator
Acid Polymerization Operator
Acid Purification Equipment Operator
Acid Purifier
Acid Recovery Operator
Acid Regenerator
Acid Remover
Acid Retort Operator
Acid Tender
Acid Treater
Aluminum Hydroxide Process Operator
Ammonia Distiller
Ammonia Nitrate Operator
Ammonia Still Operator
Ball Mill Operator
Blow Down Operator
Boiling Tub Operator
Burner Operator
Butadiene Convertor Operator
C D Reactor Operator
C D Still Operator
C D Stripper
Cadmium Liquor Maker
Cat Cracker Operator
Catalyst Operator
Catalyst Recovery Operator
Catalyst Unit Operator
Catalytic Converter Operator
Catalytic Converter Operator Helper
Caustic Liquor Maker
Caustic Operator
Caustic Plant Worker
Caustic Preparer
Caustic Purification Operator
Caustic Room Operator
Causticiser
CD Reactor Operator
Cell Operator
Cell Tender
Chamber Walker
Chamber Worker
Chemical Compounder
Chemical Equipment Controller
Chemical Machine Tender
Chemical Operator
Chemical Process Equipment Operator
Chemical Process Operator
Chemical Processor
Chemical Tank Worker
Chemical Treatment Operator
Chemical Unit Operator
Chlorination Operator
Chlorinator
Chlorinator Operator
Chlorine Cells Operator
Chlorine Operator
Clay Plant Treater
Coagulating Bath Operator
Coagulating Operator
Contact Acid Plant Operator
Control Board Operator
Cracking Still Operator
Cracking Unit Operator
Crystalizer Tender
Cuprous Chloride Helper
De-Ionizer Operator
Dehydrogenation Converter Operator
Desulphuring Operator
Desulphurizer Operator
Devulcanizer Loader
Devulcanizer Operator
Devulcanizer Tender
Dissolver Operator
Drug Department Worker
Dust Collector Operator
Fermenter Operator
Filteration Operator
Gas Treater
Gasoline Catalyst Operator
Generator Operator
Glycerine Plant Operator
Hydrochloric Acid Operator
Hydrogen Operator
Impregnator Operator
Ion Exchange Operator
Kettle Operator
Lye Treater
Mercury Purifier
Mercury Washer
Multiskill Operator
MVA Operator (Monovinylacetylene Operator)
MVA Reactor Operator (Monovinylacetylene Reactor Operator)
MVA Still Operator (Monovinylacetylene Still Operator)
Neutralizer
Nitroglycerin Distributor
Nitroglycerin Neutralizer
Nitroglycerin Separator Operator
Outside Operator
Oxidation Operator
Oxygen Plant Operator
Pan Helper
Para Machine Operator
Paradi Operator
Pharmaceutical Worker
Pigment Processor
Pilot Control Operator
Poacher Operator
Poly Operator
Poly Plant Operator
Polymerization Kettle Operator
Pond Tender
Process Operator
Production Operator
Production Technician
Purification Operator Helper
Raymond Mill Operator
Reactor Operator
Resin Maker
Ripening Room Hand
Ripening Room Operator
Salt Machine Operator
Salt Maker
Salt Plant Operator
Salt Refiner
Soda Column Operator
Soda Dialyzer
Soda Maker
Spray Dry Operator
Stock Preparation Operator
Sublimer
Thiokol Operator
Tower Helper
Tungsten Tender
Twitchell Operator
Vaporizer
Varnish Filterer
Vessel Operator
Viscose Cellar Charge Hand
Viscose Cellar Worker
Wet Mix Operator
White Lead Filterer
Zinc Chloride Operator

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Related Schools

Mountain Empire Community College

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