Power Distributors and Dispatchers

Coordinate, regulate, or distribute electricity or steam.

Job Task

• Controls and operates equipment to regulate or distribute electricity or steam, according to data provided by recording or indicating instruments or computers.
• Adjusts controls to regulate the flow of power between generating stations, substations, and distribution lines.
• Turns and moves controls to adjust and activate power distribution equipment and machines.
• Calculates and determines load estimates or equipment requirements to control electrical distribution equipment or stations.
• Tends auxiliary equipment used in the power distribution process.
• Inspects equipment to ensure specifications are met and to detect defects.
• Repairs, maintains, and cleans equipment and machines, using hand tools.
• Notifies workers or utilities of electrical and steam distribution process changes.
• Compiles and records operational data, such as chart and meter readings, power demands, and usage and operating time.
• Directs activities of personnel engaged in the controlling and operating of electrical distribution equipment and machinery.
• Monitors switchboard and control board to ensure equipment operation and electrical and steam distribution.

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