Primary Objectives:

• The Continuous Mining Machine Operator determines locations, boundaries and depths of holes or channels to be cut out.
• The Continuous Mining Machine Operator is responsible to drive the machinery to work.
• The Continuous Mining Machine Operator must know how to set the machinery when he is mining through rock, stone, or sand instead of the coal or metal.

The Continuous Mining Machine Operator operates a self-propelled mining machine that will rip coal, metal and nonmetal ores, as well as, rock, stone, or sand from the face and load it onto conveyors or into shuttle cars in a continuous operation. The Continuous Mining Machine Operator must determine locations, boundaries, and depths of holes or channels to be cut. The Mining machine operator is responsible to drive the machine in position at work. The Mining Machine Operator moves the controls to start and regulate movement of conveyors, and to start and position drill cutters or torches. The Mining Machine Operator must know how to move levers to rise and lower hydraulic safety bars that support roofs above machines until other workers complete their framing. This is a very important step in mining such things as coal, metal or nonmetal orders. The Mining Machine Operator knows that safety is of the utmost concern for the employees who will be removing the materials that he has just loosened. The Mining Machine Operator must observe and listen to equipment operation to detect binding stoppage of tools and other equipment malfunctions. The Mining Machine Operator repositions machines to make additional holes or cuts whenever it is necessary.

The Mining Machine Operator must reposition machines to make additional holes or cuts. This function is carried on throughout the day. The Mining Machine Operator starts the machines to gather coal and convey it to floors or shuttle cars. The crew is very instrumental in getting the coal onto the conveyor belt and out the Mining shaft. The Mining Machine Operator guides and assists crews laying tracks and reselling supports and blocking. The Mining machine Operator must install casings to prevent cave-ins. Since cave-ins are a common thing when Mining is essential that the Mining Machine Operator, keeps his eyes open for any possibilities that might happen. He knows that the life of his workers may depend upon his ability to detect when casing are needed to be set for their protection.

The machinery used is very temperamental and must have great care. The Mining Machine Operator keeps all machinery repaired and oil. The Mining Machine Operator at Joss machines and changes cutting teeth, using wrenches. The repair and maintenance of his equipment is the essential of part of his job. The Mining Machine Operator, must have knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance. The Mining Machine Operator must perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed. He also must have the capability of repairing machines or systems using the proper tools. Coordination in the equipment is vital, that is why making adjustments in relation to the actions of others is very important To the Mining Machine Operator.

The Mining Machine Operator must have the ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact position. The Mining Machine Operator must have the ability to coordinate two or more limbs or example to arms, two legs or one leg and one on while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities, while the whole body is in motion. The Mining Machine Operator must be very flexible and agile and order to operate the machinery at a moment’s notice.

The Mining Machine Operator uses either control mechanisms or direct, physical activity to operate machines or processes. The Mining Machine Operator must be capable of running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft. The Mining Machine Operator must be able to use both hands and arms and handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. The Mining Machine Operator monitors and reviews information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. He then is able to determine when and where to relocate his machinery.

Primary Objectives:

• The Telecommunications Line Installer strings the line or repairs the existing lines to make sure that communication is not broken for the customer.
• The Telecommunications Line Installer inspects and test lines and cables, recording and analyzing test results, to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults and malfunctions.
• The Telecommunication Line Installer is responsible to install equipment such as amplifiers and repeaters in order to maintain the strength of communications transmissions.

The job tasks for the Telecommunications Line Installer are many and varied as his responsibility grows with his job. The Telecommunications Line Installer must access specific areas to string lines and install terminal boxes, auxiliary equipment and appliances, using bucket trucks, or by climbing poles and ladders or entering tunnels or trenches, or crawl spaces. The importance of accessing these areas is vital so a Telecommunications Line Installer must be very agile in order to crawl, climb, or stretch to meet the requirements of his job. Also must be able to carry heavy loads since they need to carry heavy cable wires and equipment.

The Telecommunications Line Installer inspects and tests lines and cables, recordings and analyzing test results to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults and malfunctions. The Telecommunications Line Installers must have the capability to troubleshoot and locate any operating errors and deciding what to do about it. He must perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed. The Telecommunications Line Installer is responsible for the installation of equipment such as amplifiers and repeaters in order to maintain the strength of communications transmissions.

The Telecommunications Line Installer will lay underground cable directly in trenches, or string it through conduits running through trenches. He must be able to crawl in small spaces whenever it is necessary or climb high on poles or buildings. The Telecommunication Line Installer has access to electronic test equipment which he uses too test signal strength from utility poles. It is very important that he knows the signal strength that is being received before he proceeds to install equipment inside of a building or the home of a resident. In this manner he can make sure that everything is working right before he actually installs connections inside a home or business.

The Telecommunications Line Installer must place insulation over conductors and seal splices with moisture proof covering. This is vital to protect the lines from the weather conditions and from animals that might try to chew into the lines. Sometimes when there is a problem for the customer in receiving a signal the Telecommunications Line Installer needs to actually follow the outside line in order to establish where the problem maybe since it might be a matter of a break due to an animal or weather related. In other instances it could be a problem relating to the internal wiring and special test equipment is available that the Telecommunications Line Installer uses to detect these problems. Often the Telecommunications Line Installers need to pull up cable by hand from large reels mounted on trucks. Then the Telecommunication Line Installers pulls the lines through the ducts by hand or with winches. The Telecommunication Line Installer must have a great strength in his arm and shoulder muscles in order to do this activity.

The Telecommunication Line Installer sets up service for customers, installing, connecting, testing and adjusting equipment. When additional cable is needed the Telecommunication Line Installer splices cable lines adding more cable then using hand tools and epoxy or mechanical equipment will seal off the line so that there will be no problems in reception to the resident or business. The Telecommunication Line Installer must travel to customer’s premises to install, maintain, and repair audio and visual electronic reception equipment and accessories.

The Telecommunication Line Installer uses a variety of construction equipment to complete installations, including digger derricks, trenchers, and cable plows. He must clean and maintain these tools and any test equipment necessary for his job. He computes impedance of wires from poles to houses in order to determine additional resistance needed for reducing signals to desired levels. He will dig holes for power poles, using power augers or shovels, set poles in place with cranes, and hoist poles upright, using winches. The Telecommunication Line Installers must dig holes for underground wires and make trenches for the wires and cables. He must explain the cable service to subscribers after installation and collect any installation fees that are due.

Primary Objectives:

• The Mechanical Engineering Technician knows that he is the assistant to the Mechanical Engineer when it comes to working with mechanical equipment.

• The Mechanical Engineering Technician is the person who works with all phases of the design, development to the production of a project.

• The Mechanical Engineering Technician is present in the testing part of the operation of a production project.

The Mechanical Engineering Technician field is very broad and covers a wide range of products from automobile engines, air conditioners, and power saws, to nuclear reactors, elevators, and printing presses. The Mechanical Engineering Technician also works on the machines and tools to make such products. The Mechanical Engineering technician may work with tiny parts for delicate instruments or deal with huge gears for machines such as bulldozers. The Mechanical Engineering Technicians have a wide variety of titles that depicts the type of position that they are holding. In some cases they retain the title “Mechanical Technicians” while if they are specialized then the title changes. Some of the titles for example are Automotive Technicians or Diesel Technicians depending on the field that they are specializing. They may be referred to as Tool Designers, Mechanical Drafters or Production Technicians depending again on the job they do within their field. Mechanical Engineering Technicians work in plants and factories in all sections of the country. Most work for private companies that make tools and machinery. Some Mechanical Engineering Technicians work for government agencies or consulting firms.

Many Mechanical Engineering Technicians work in design and development. They usually work closely with the Mechanical Engineers who create or improve products ranging from Mechanical Pencils to complex spaceships. These types of Mechanical Engineers spend much time at the drawing board. The Mechanical Engineering Technicians prepares drawings, or layouts, of the product being developed. Just as an example the Medical Engineering Technician who designs the engine for an automobile must draw details of every screw, nut, bold and gear to be used in the engine. When they have completed the drawings then they must estimate how much it will cost to make the engine and how well it will work. The Mechanical Engineering Technician takes into account the friction, stress, strain, and vibration that the various parts of the engine will have to endure. Mechanical Engineering Technicians use complex instruments, testing equipment, and gauges in their work in order to determine the much needed factors about a new product. When they have completed making tests of the models, then they write up reports, and suggest better ways to make the engine.

That is just one type of work that a Mechanical Engineering Technician may perform. There are those who work in production. This type of Mechanical Engineering Technician helps to make layouts of each step to be taken and each part to be made in the production of, for example, the automobile engine. The Mechanical Engineering Technician Specialist works in tool design. He will then make drawings of the tools, jigs, dies, and other devices needed to mass-produce each part for the engine. The Mechanical Engineering Technician often improves the existing tools. There are other Mechanical Engineering Technicians who make estimates of the cost of labor and the best use of the plant space. These Mechanical Engineering Technicians help with any production problems that may arise. Sometimes they test machinery or the parts being made for the engine. Often they will do studies of the manufacturing process to find out whether it could be done in a better or cheaper way.

Mechanical Engineering Technicians are also involved in the installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery used to manufacture other products. Some technicians work in technical sales. Other Mechanical Engineering Technicians are employed as technical writers instead of designers. In order to become a Mechanical Engineering Technician you can receive your education at a vocational school high school, community college or technical institute. Most employers prefer to hire graduates of tow-year programs in mechanical engineering technology. In some jobs in this field, such as tool design, there are formal apprenticeship programs that combine classroom instruction with on-the-job training. These apprenticeship programs generally take from two to four years to complete. In this field of expertise nearly all Mechanical Engineering Technicians need some on-the-job training to prepare them to meet the specific needs of their employers.

Primary Objectives:

• The Pile Driver Operators objective is to drive the setting for a building foundation, bridge or pier into the ground.

• The Pile Driver Operator knows that he controls the machine from the cab and by using pedals and levers.

• The Pile Driver Operator knows that he must be able to judge spaces correctly and handle many controls at the same time.

The Pile Driver Operator controls large machines that hammer piles into the ground. A pile is long and heavy usually made from a piece of steel or wood. The pile is used to support building foundations, bridges and piers. The pile driver is usually mounted on skids, cranes or barges. The Pile Driver Operator usually sets in a cab that has pedals and levers. The Pile Driver Operator must be capable of operating the levers and pedals while judging spaces correctly and handling many controls at the same time. Most Pile Driver Operators are trained on the equipment while working on a construction job. Normally, most operators start out by working on smaller machines. When they show that they have the skill then the Pile Driver Operator is graduated to larger equipment. Many companies prefer to know that their operators have completed an apprenticeship program.

The apprenticeship program for a Pile Driver Operator combines at least three years of on-the-job training with at least 144 hours of classroom instruction each year. The training will cover the operation and repair of several kinds of construction equipment. While it is very important for the Pile Driver Operator to know about safety the classroom focuses on industry standards for safety. The apprenticeship programs are administered through a joint effort of the Associated General Contractors of America and the International Union of Operating Engineers. The Pile Driver Operator applicants for the apprenticeship programs must have a high school diploma or its equivalent and be at least eighteen years old.

The Pile Driver Operator must be in top physical condition and have good hand-eye coordination. The Pile Driver Operator knows that he must be capable of working as part of a team. It takes good team work to set up the machines and work the pile driver by a Pile Driver Operator. Interested students might want to check out vocational, technical and trade schools for courses in operating construction equipment, however, they need to verify that the programs have uniform standards that meet the job requirements. Also you need to verify with contractors or trade unions to make sure that any program you are about to take will provide you with good credentials for employment. One way to get the position is by working as a helper for an equipment repair worker. Many farm workers who are familiar with farm equipment might be able to get a job operating simple construction machinery. This is a way to work you up into becoming a Pile Driver Operator. The very way to get a job as a Pile Driver Operator is that of going through an apprenticeship program.

The Pile Driver Operator is considered to be at the top of their craft and often move into supervisory position. The machinery is very expensive but some Pile Driver Operators do buy the equipment and start their own business. Many construction companies do not mind renting the equipment as long as it comes along with an experienced Pile Driver Operator. This helps the construction company to save money on any project. Since the object is to drive piles to set for the foundation then afterwards the machinery and the Pile Driver Operator function is done. That is why most construction companies prefer hiring a private Pile Driver Operator who provides the equipment.

There are fewer than five thousand Pile Driver Operators in the United States today which makes the employment outlook for the trade very good. When the economy permits the increase spending limits to build and replace highways and bridges then the Pile Driver Operators job will greatly increase. The Pile Driver Operator works in a very noisy, dirty, dusty and greasy environment. The Pile Driver Operator is use to moving from job site to job site, which may disrupt family life. The pay is very good and the benefits are usually excellent.

Primary Objectives:

• The main objective of a General Manager is to direct the operations of the business that he is put in charge.

• The General Manager of a medium sized plant maybe put in charge of a particular department instead of the whole plant.

• In accordance with the type of business and the size of the business a General Manager may be given a different title but the functions are generally the same.

The General Manager directs and coordinates the operations of a small business or a department in a company. In most small businesses the General Manager is in charge of all the operations of that business. In a medium sized to large company the departments are divided into different divisions such as production, sales, promotion, purchasing, and other departments depending on what is needed by the company. In this case the General Manager is usually in charge of what is happening in the division that he is put into such as production. The overall person in charge is usually the Chief Operating Officer. The General Manager has his/her division and must make sure that they keep it in order and running smoothly. In this case the General Manager is usually given a title to depict his position as he maybe called the Purchasing General Manager. Despite these differences, the functions of all general managers are essentially the same just geared to the division that he is in charge.

The General Manager normally takes orders from the top executives before they determine what to do in order to carry out the overall company plan. When the General Manager understands what the overall company plan is then they set specific goals for their own departments to fit in with the plan. Just as an example the General Manager over production may need to increase certain production lines and phase out others in order to meet goals. The General Manger needs to explain their goals clearly to their support staff so that the supervisory managers can implement the plan making sure that the goals are met. The General Manager directs other people to achieve their goals. General Managers must be able to delegate responsibilities. It is not the responsibility of the General Manager to complete all the assignments themselves but they must rely upon others in middle management to help carry out the assignments.

General Managers must be skilled in hiring good middle managers and giving clear, consistent directives. The General Manager organizes their divisions so that the employees know exactly what role each has to play in the department. The middle managers must make sure that the employee is carrying out their job position or if they need help to assist them. Since the General Managers understand the work of their departments thoroughly it puts them in a constant position to make difficult decisions about departmental activities. The General Manager must be able to read and analyze a great deal of information in a short time in order to make correct decisions. When there is no reliable information then the General Manager must have sound judgment to make a decision. The General Manager is responsible to write clear reports for their senior executives. They must have strong leadership qualities and be able to get excellent performance from their support staff. The General Manager depends on their middle management staff to carry out the directives and make sure that the employee’s understand what they are responsible to do.

The Education of the General Manager varies depending on the kind of business that they are working for and what the requirements maybe. A General Manager in a technical or research firm often has a degree in science or engineering. General Managers who work for retail stores are often trained by the store with classroom instruction and on the job training. While others may have a Bachelor’s degree in business administration to obtain their position some only have an Associate’s Degree in business but receive their training while on the job. Often those who are working in the field of accounting or finance have a degree in accounting. Many General Managers have a degree in one field or another even if they take specialized training by the firm they are hired.

Primary Objectives:

• The Power Plant Operator primary objective is to control and maintain auxiliary equipment.
• The Power Plant Operator primary objective includes controlling the generator.
• The Power Plant Operator primary objective is that in being capable of making adjustments or minor repairs or reporting when major repairs to keep plant constantly operational.

The Power Plant Operator adjusts controls to generate specified electrical power, or to regulate the flow of power between generating and stations and substations. The Power Plant Operator controls and maintains auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feed water heaters, filters and chlorinators, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air and auxiliary power. The Power Plant Operator controls the generator output to match the phase, frequency, and voltage of electricity supplied to panels. The Power Plant Operator makes needed adjustments or minor repairs, such as tightening leaking gland and pipe joints. The Power Plant Operator must however report any major repairs that are needed right away to ensure that nothing stops the operations of the plant.

The Power Plant Operator monitors and inspects power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems. When an operating problem exists then he must immediately report to his superiors who will at that time order the maintenance crew to fix the problem before it gets out of hand. This could cause the loss of usage to others or perhaps even the plant being shut down if not attended to promptly. The Power Plant Operator opens and closes valves and switches in sequences upon signals from other workers in order to start or shut down auxiliary units.

The Power Plant Operator must operate or control power generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, and reactors, using control boards or semi-automatic equipment. He must be very proficient in his duties for there is no room for errors. The Power Plant Operator knows how serious his work is and must be capable to place standby emergency electrical generators on line in emergency situations and monitor the temperature, output and lubrication of the system. The Power Plant Operator regulates equipment operations and conditions such as water levels, based on data from recording and indicating instruments or from computers. The Power Plant Operator replenishes electrolytes in batteries and oil in voltage transformers and resets tripped electric relays.

The Power Plant Operator starts or stops generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, and other power plant equipment, and connects or disconnects equipment from circuits. The Power Plant Operator takes readings from charts, meters and gauges at established intervals and takes corrective steps as necessary. The Power Plant Operator is expected to clean, lubricate and maintain equipment such as generators, turbines, pumps, and compressors in order to prevent equipment failure or deterioration. He collects oil, water, and electrolyte samples for laboratory analysis. The Power Plant Operator must communicate with systems operators to regulate and coordinate transmission loads and frequencies, and line voltages.

There are three classifications in the position of being a Power Plant Operator. The Power Plant Operator E is the intermediate level. He assists the shift operator while learning the operation and maintenance of a power plant Most Power Plant Operators start out in this position. The Power Plant Operator E9 is considered to be the experienced level. As a shift operator, the employee performs a full range of operator assignments using independent judgment to make decisions requiring the application of procedures and practices to specific work situations. The Power Plant Operator A is considered to be the advanced level. In this level he functions as a crew leader overseeing the work of lower-level Power Plant Operators, prisoner crews, or others and performs experienced-level assignments. Most Power Plant Operators progress through this series to the experienced level based on satisfactory performance and possession of the required experience.

The Power Plant Operator maintains the operation of such equipment as boilers, stokers, pumps, water softeners, water heaters, absorbers, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, and purge pumps. The Power Plant Operator regulates dampers, dampers, water level in boilers and fuel supply; checks water gauges and steam gauges to see that sufficient steam is generated, regulates the flow of steam through the distribution system; maintains proper temperature of chilled and condensing water. He then analyzes water samples and adds chemicals as required. The Power Plant Operator oils, greases and adjusts machinery and equipment and makes minor repairs while maintaining consumption and production records.

Primary Objectives:

• The Electrical Installer adjusts or repairs defective wiring and relays in ignitions.

• The Electrical Installer may replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using the tools of the electrician.

• The Electrical Installer is known to install equipment such as air-conditioning, heating or ignition systems and components such as generator brushes and commentators, using hand tools.

The Electrical Installers installs fixtures, outlets, terminal boards, switches and wall boxes, using hand tools. The Electrical Installer installs new fuses, electrical cables or power sources as required. The Electrical Installer locates and removes or repairs circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors. The Electrical Installer inspects and tests electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software. The Electrical Installer must be able to locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors. The Electrical Installer measures, cuts and installs framework and conduit to support and connect wiring, control panels, and junction boxes, using hand tools. The Electrical Installer reassembles and tests equipment after repairs.

The Electrical Installer refers to schematics and manufacturers specifications that show connections and provide instructions on how to locate problems. The Electrical Installer repairs or rebuilds equipment such as starters, generators, distributors, or door controls, using electrician’s tools. He may also splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment. The Electrical Installer must have good communication skills in order to confer with customers to determine the nature of the malfunction of the equipment. Then the Electrical Installer estimates costs of repairs based on parts and labor requirements. He must maintain equipment service records in order to help the client keep his equipment maintenance in a timely manner. This prevents a major breakdown which could cost the client a lot of money.

The Electrical Installer must have knowledge of machines and tools including their design, uses, repair and maintenance. This is necessary for them to complete their job functions. The Electrical Installer must have knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. He must have a thorough knowledge of the computer and its inner workings. The Electrical Installer needs a good knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, and procedures and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. The better understanding and knowledge that an Electrical Installer has the better his job position and the amount of money he/she can make. The Electrical Installer is expected to have skills that will enable him to repair machines or systems using the needed tools. He is also required to be able to install equipment, machines, wiring or programs to meet specifications. The Electrical Installer is required to have a full base of knowledge on any piece of electrical equipment that he works on. This will enable the Electrical Installer to select the kind of tools and equipment necessary to do the job he is required to do. Often he must be able to use mathematics to solve problems relating to the piece of equipment that he plans on repairing or replacing.

The Electrical Installer must have good manual dexterity that is the ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. Finger dexterity is also needed this is the ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position is a must for an Electrical Installer. The Electrical Installer must have the ability to see details at close range plus the ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions. The Electrical Installer must have color discrimination ability that is the capability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness. He must be able to arrange things in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules. The Electrical Installer must possess the ability to follow patterns of numbers or letters. He must be very strong since he will be using his abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing.

Primary Objectives:

• The Brick Mason normally performs all types of masonry work.

• The Brick Mason know how to use masonry panels, casts, blocks, and other materials to construct and maintain walls, exteriors, fireplaces, walkways, etc.

• The Brick Mason is usually a high school graduate but needs to work with an experienced mason in order to get his/her training.

The most common types of masonry work are that of doing sidewalks or laying brick walls. Some Brick Masons focus on laying industrial furnaces’ firebrick linings. The Brick Masons use a variety of procedures in their work. Often the work is done outside and requires a lot of heavy lifting. Brick Masons usually work from scaffolding and their work can become highly dangerous. They have to carry heavy loads of brick and mortars up and down the scaffolding in order to create a structure. About a quarter of the Brick Masons are self-employed making it hard for them to get any benefits. There are many Brick Masons who known for their buildings and exteriors.

One step that a Brick Mason utilizes is that of using a corner lead which means that he creates a pyramid structure of bricks, called a lead, in the four corners. Leads are extremely difficult to construct and require meticulous and skilled masons. After the leads are complete junior masons then draw a line connecting the leads to show where each line of bricks, called a course, will go to fill in the wall. Leads are very difficult to construct which makes them more expensive. The Brick Mason prefers to use corner poles or guides which make it possible to build a whole wall at once. The Brick Mason usually places the corner poles vertically to show the lines the walls will take and connect the poles by a cord, thus outlining the walls. The lines show where each course will go making the construction go quicker saving time which saves money.

The Brick Mason uses a mixture of cement, water, and sand called mortar which they apply with a flat tool called a trowel, to create a base for the bricks, which are then laid. Brick Masons may need to size bricks using a chisel or saw to make them fit around doors and windows or to make them fit neatly. Afterwards the Brick Mason uses a joining tool to smooth out the mortar to give the bricks a polished, clean look. Brick Masons sometimes will build arches out of brick around openings like windows instead of using steel lintels. This is more difficult but also more visually appealing. Many Masons are known as Stonemasons and they frequently work from highly detailed blueprints that number each individual stone. The assistants may identify and transport the appropriate numbered stone to the Stonemason. Large stones may require the use of a derrick. The Stonemason knows that building a wall out of stone begins with setting the first course into a thin prepared bed of mortar. The Stonemasons then use wedges, plumb lines, and levelers to set the stones in the straight line. Afterwards they then hammer them with heavy rubber mallets. The Stonemasons repeat the process, trading layers of stone and mortar. The Stonemasons remove the supporting wedges as the building grows filling in gaps between stones, and use a tuck pointer, a sharp tool, to even out the surface of the mortar.

Stonemasons may have to bolt large stones to anchors in the wall to keep them in place. When they’re finished, masons thoroughly clean the stones, removing all stray mortar and dirt. The Stonemason also constructs floors. In order to do this they must start by laying a bed of mortar over the surface before they lay the stone. Floors usually use larger and heavier blocks of stone, which are places using crowbars and mallets. Finally, they fill in the spaces between blocks and clean the new floor. Stonemasons usually cut their own stone. Cutting stone is difficult work that requires precise tools and the ability to construct in an artistic manner. Brick Masons and Stonemasons are highly skilled craftsmen.

Primary Objectives:

A Gas Plant Operator must keep control of compressors to maintain specified pressures on main pipelines.

The Gas Plant Operator calculates gas ratios to detect deviations from specifications, using testing apparatus.

The Gas Plant Operator is in charge of maintenance of the equipment and the hiring of the maintenance crew.

The Gas Plant Operator adjusts temperature, pressure, vacuum, level, flow rate, and/ or transfer of gas to maintain processes at required levels or to correct problems. Then the Gas Plant Operator calculates gas ratios to detect deviations from specifications, using testing apparatus. Control equipment to regulate flow and pressure of gas feed-lines of boilers, furnaces, and related steam-generating or heating equipment. The Gas Plant Operator knows that he has a very responsible job and that he must keep a perfect attendance or provide a replacement person that is dependable.

The Gas Plant Operator is in charge of the control fractioning columns, compressors, purifying towers, heat exchangers, and related equipment in order to extract nitrogen and oxygen from air. The Gas Plant Operator is also in charge of the control operation of compressors, scrubbers, evaporators, and refrigeration equipment in order to liquefy, compress, or degasify natural gas. The Gas Plant Operator has complete control over all the units necessary to maintain the functions of a gas plant.

The Gas Plant Operator determines causes of abnormal pressure variances, and makes corrective recommendations, such as installation of pipes to relieve overloading. This is a very serious problem that could cause a major explosion. In turn the effect of the explosion could cause the shutdown of the facility and even serious injury or death to employees on the premises. The Gas Plant Operator distributes or processes gas for utility companies or industrial plants, using panel boards, control boards, and semi-automatic equipment. The Gas Plant Operator needs to make sure that these places are receiving the amount of gas necessary in a timely manner. The Gas Plant Operator monitors the equipment functioning, observes temperatures, level and flow gauges, and perform regular unit checks, in order to ensure that all equipment is operating as it should.

The Gas Plant Operator starts up the plant equipment and also shuts down the plant equipment. The Gas Plant Operator test gas, chemicals, and air during processing to assess factors such as purity and moisture content. He must be able to detect quality problems or gas or chemical leaks. The Gas Plant Operator is careful to change the charts in recording meters so everything is kept up-to-date. Then the Gas Plant Operator knows that he must clean, maintain, and repair equipment, using hand tools, or request that repair and maintenance work be performed by professional technicians. The professional technicians are called in for major repair jobs, as the Gas Plant Operator, is capable of doing all the normal repair and maintenance on the equipment. When the plant is large normally several Gas Plant Operators work the different sections maintaining the equipment. Then the Gas Plant Operators will confer one with the other to solve unit problems. When it is not possible for the Gas Plant Operators to resolve the unit problem then they call in the maintenance crews to help take care of the problem.

The Gas Plant Operator often monitors transportation and storage of flammable and other potentially dangerous products to ensure that safety guidelines are followed. The Gas Plant Operator must be capable of reading log sheets to determine product demand and disposition, or to detect malfunctions. Then the Gas Plant Operator records, reviews, and compiles operations records, test results, and gauge readings such as temperatures, pressures, concentrations, and flows. The Gas Plant Operator must signals or direct workers who tend any auxiliary equipment in the process of supplying gas. The Gas Plant Operator must be able to operate construction equipment to install and maintain gas distribution systems.

The Gas Plant Operator is responsible for safe, environmentally sound and efficient operation and minor maintenance of compressors and auxiliary equipment and systems throughout the Gas Processing Facility. The Gas Plant Operator must follow all plant safety, environmental and operating procedures; conduct various inspections of area and equipment including pumps and compressors, vessel levels, and pressures. The Gas Plant Operator operates natural gas sales distribution points, as well as, operating and monitoring injection gas systems. He must start and load natural gas compressors, collect, analyze and log results of samples. He should have a high school diploma, industrial or manufacturing environment or military service with a regard for a high level safety and environmental awareness.

Primary objectives:

The Radiation Therapist duty is to review prescription and diagnosis of the patient.

The Radiation Therapist acts as liaison position and the supportive care personnel.

The Radiation Therapist also prepares equipment such as the immobilization, treatment and protective devices.

The Radiation Therapist administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation, therapy equipment according to established practices and standards. The Radiation Therapist must position patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription. The Radiation Therapist is the one who enters data into the computer and set goals to operate equipment. They must adjust equipment and regulate dosage, in accordance to the needs of the patient. The Radiation Therapist must follow principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others.

The Radiation Therapist must be capable of maintaining records, reports and files as required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patients’ reactions to the treatments that they have been given. The Radiation Therapist must be able to recognize when a patient needs the help of the physician or prescribing care giver because of the radiation that they are receiving. In some cases patients are not capable of withstanding the amount of radiation therapy prescribed and the dosage must be reduced accordingly and then increased on a slower time table. The Radiation Therapist must be able to detect this when it happens and since the patient will have a reaction to a certain extent this might be difficult to recognize. That is why if the Radiation Therapist is in doubt that they should contact the attending physician on behalf of the patient working as the liaison between the two.

Most Radiation Therapists realize that when a patient is getting unduly ill from the treatment that the body cannot tolerate the amount of the prescribed dosage or the cancer is advancing at a much more rapid pace. Unfortunately, for some patients, the cancer can cause the treatment to act much harsher on the body than expected but without the treatment the patient’s cancer will not subside. It is very important to kill the cancer cells before they take total control of the patient’s body causing them death. The Radiation Therapist must also check the radiation equipment constantly to make sure that it is working properly before each treatment. The Radiation Therapist observes and reassures the patients during treatment and reports unusual reactions to physician or turns equipment off if unexpected adverse reactions occur. Then the Radiation Therapist checks for side effects such as skin irritation, nausea and hair loss to assess patients’ reaction to treatment.

One of the most important parts of the job of the Radiation Therapist is to educate, prepare and reassure patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance, and reinforcing physicians’ advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care.

The Radiation Therapist is the one who calculates actual treatment dosages delivered during each session. He prepares and constructs equipment, such as immobilization, treatment and protection devices. Then the Radiation Therapist must photograph treated area of patient and process the film. The Radiation Therapist usually helps physicians, radiation oncologists and clinical physicists to prepare physical and technical aspects of radiation treatment plans, using information about patient condition and anatomy. While working with those who are responsible for the patients treatment program the Radiation Therapist may also be training or supervising students in radiotherapy technologies. The training of Radiation Therapist is done partly in the classroom but a lot of hours are spent doing the actual work with a professional Radiation Therapist.

The follow up care is implemented by the Radiation Therapist along with the care of the equipment used in radiation therapy. The Radiation Therapist must store, sterilize or prepare the special applicators containing the radioactive substance implanted by the physician. The Radiation Therapist must assist in the preparation of sealed radioactive materials, such as cobalt, radium, cesium and isotopes, for use in radiation treatments. The Radiation Therapist must have knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer’s needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.