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Contact Acid Plant Operator
Tend automatic equipment that produce sulfuric acids. Also known as Acid Concentrator, Acid Condenser, Acid Operator See More
Tends automatic equipment that produces sulfuric acid by contact process: Turns valves and moves levers to start and stop flow of liquids and gases through converter, heat exchangers, absorber, cooler, and related equipment as indicated. Monitors lights, gauges, and recording instruments on control panel to determine that temperature, steam pressure, and flow of materials through system conform to plant standards. Patrols equipment area and records gauge readings at specified intervals for operating log. Collects sample of product for laboratory analysis and performs tests to determine specific gravity and percentage of sulfuric acid being processed. Periodically examines emission exits to determine that anti-pollution standards are met.
Personality Traits
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Calm Under Pressure: You keep your cool when dealing with highly stressful situations.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Contact Acid Plant Operator make?
Nationally: $29,000 – $65,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor
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