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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.

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Parachute skills

  1. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (4.60)
  2. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (4.60)
  3. Pay attention to details - Data (4.47)
  4. Consult - People (4.21)
  5. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.10)
  6. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.01)
  7. Operate, drive - Things (4.00)
  8. Listen - People (3.88)
  9. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.85)
  10. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.85)
  11. Copy - Data (3.80)
  12. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.77)
  13. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  14. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  15. Communicate well, in person - People (3.75)
  16. Control, expedite things - Things (3.75)
  17. Set up, assemble - Things (3.72)
  18. Manipulate - Things (3.63)
  19. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)
  20. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  21. Use my brain - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Operation Monitoring (3.88)
  2. Operation and Control (3.75)
  3. Monitoring (3.62)
  4. Reading Comprehension (3.50)
  5. Active Listening (3.50)
  6. Critical Thinking (3.50)
  7. Judgment and Decision Making (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (3.88)
  2. Oral Expression (3.75)
  3. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  4. Near Vision (3.75)
  5. Control Precision (3.63)
  6. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  7. Information Ordering (3.50)
  8. Perceptual Speed (3.50)
  9. Multilimb Coordination (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.47)
  2. Dependability (4.44)
  3. Self Control (4.17)
  4. Integrity (4.07)
  5. Stress Tolerance (4.00)
  6. Cooperation (3.98)
  7. Concern for Others (3.85)
  8. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.79)
  9. Social Orientation (3.57)
  10. Independence (3.53)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.60)
  2. Performing General Physical Activities (4.35)
  3. Documenting/Recording Information (4.28)
  4. Interacting With Computers (4.28)
  5. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.21)
  6. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.16)
  7. Processing Information (4.10)
  8. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.05)
  9. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.01)
  10. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.00)
  11. Getting Information (3.96)
  12. Analyzing Data or Information (3.91)
  13. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.80)
  14. Training and Teaching Others (3.77)
  15. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.77)
  16. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.77)
  17. Handling and Moving Objects (3.72)
  1. Operate Chemical Processing Equipment (4.60)
  2. Operate Power Driven Pumps (4.60)
  3. Use Precision Measuring Tools Or Equipment (4.60)
  4. Use Hand Or Power Tools (4.60)
  5. Maintain Production Or Work Records (4.28)
  6. Inventory Stock To Ensure Adequate Supplies (4.28)
  7. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.21)
  8. Perform Safety Inspections In Manufacturing Or Industrial Setting (4.16)
  9. Examine Products Or Work To Verify Conformance To Specifications (4.16)
  10. Maintain Consistent Production Quality (4.16)
  11. Measure, Weigh, Or Count Products Or Materials (4.10)
  12. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.05)
  13. Distinguish Colors (4.01)
  14. Read Specifications (3.96)
  15. Read Work Order, Instructions, Formulas, Or Processing Charts (3.96)
  16. Test Manufactured Products Or Materials (3.91)
  17. Monitor Production Machinery/Equipment Operation To Detect Problems (3.80)
  18. Use Chemical Processing Emergency Procedures (3.77)
  19. Load Or Unload Material Or Workpiece Into Machinery (3.72)
  20. Collect Samples For Testing (3.72)
  21. Mix Paint, Ingredients, Or Chemicals, According To Specifications (3.72)