geothermal technician

Description

Geothermal technicians install and maintain geothermal power plants and commercial and residential geothermal heating installations. They perform inspections, analyse problems and carry out repairs. They participate in the initial installation, testing and maintenance of geothermal equipment and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

electricity alternative energy types of heat pumps geothermal power plant operations geothermal energy systems electric generators electrical power safety regulations geothermal energy electrical equipment regulations electric current health and safety in the workplace thermodynamics switching devices geothermal power generation methods

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

district heating and cooling smart grids systems electric heating systems electricity consumption zero-energy building design combined heat and power generation energy conservation domestic cooling systems renewable energy

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

respond to emergency calls for repairs test pipeline infrastructure operations check compatibility of materials test electrical equipment apply health and safety standards operate drilling equipment maintain electrical equipment troubleshoot test procedures in electricity transmission prevent pipeline deterioration conduct routine machinery checks

OPTIONALOptional competences

provide information on geothermal heat pumps promote sustainability perform energy simulations operate climate control coordinate electricity generation maintain records of maintenance interventions ensure safety in electrical power operations promote sustainable energy assess heating and cooling systems promote environmental awareness define energy profiles