Chemical Equipment Operators & Tenders

Also Called: Chemical Operator

High School Diploma/GED

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$36,200

Entry Salary

Below Average

Job outlook

What Chemical Equipment Operators & Tenders do

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.

  • Observe safety precautions to prevent fires or explosions.
  • Record operational data, such as temperatures, pressures, ingredients used, processing times, or test results.
  • Control or operate equipment in which chemical changes or reactions take place during the processing of industrial or consumer products.
Industry Areas:

Renewable Resources and Energy • Transportation

Training Program Areas:

OCT-Only Renewable Resources & Energy • OCT-Only Transportation • Petroleum Technician • Roustabout • Wastewater Treatment

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Work Context

  • Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  • Face-to-Face Discussions
  • Exposed to Contaminants
  • Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  • Responsible for Others' Health and Safety

Tools

  • Air dryers
  • Laboratory separators
  • Evaporative coolers
  • Storage tanks
  • Fans

Technology

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
IBM Notes
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
SAP

The Education & Training You Need

Skills

  • Operation and Control
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Monitoring
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking

Knowledge

Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
manufacture and distribution of products
Math and Science
chemistry
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Engineering and Technology
mechanical
computers and electronics
Arts and Humanities
English language

Education

  • 49% High school diploma or equivalent
  • 21% Some college, no degree
  • 14% Post-secondary certificate

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.

What are some related occupations at different educational levels?


Job Training Match

Chemical Equipment Operators & Tenders Currently Selected

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

 Job Training Match

Audiovisual Equipment Installers & Repairers

Educational Level

Post-secondary, non-degree

Chemical Technicians

Educational Level

Associate's Degree

 Job Training Match

Biological Technicians

Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

 Job Training Match

Agricultural Technicians

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

There are currently no advanced training opportunities for this career.

ACT & College

  • Alvin Community College

    Alvin, TX

  • Ashland Community and Technical College

    Ashland, KY

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Are You a Good Fit?

Occupation Traits

    • Conventional (Organizer)
    • Realistic (Doer)

Work Styles

  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependability
  • Cooperation
  • Integrity
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Stress Tolerance

Values

  • Support
  • Independence
  • Relationships

Abilities

  • Verbal
  • Controlled Movement
  • Hand and Finger Use
  • Visual Understanding

This is what Chemical Equipment Operators & Tenders across the country typically make.

$17.40 / hour
$36,200 /year

Entry Level

$24.86 / hour
$51,720 /year

Median Level

$40.54 / hour
$84,310 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Below Average

Please be sure to verify the outlook of this occupation with your instructor.

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