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Geothermal Technicians

Also known as: Control Operator, Control Room Operator (CRO), Corrosion Technician, Design Technician, Distribution Field Technician, Geothermal Field Technician, Geothermal HVAC Technician (Geothermal Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Technician), Geothermal Installer, Geothermal System Installer, Geothermal Technician

Perform technical activities at power plants or individual installations necessary for the generation of power from geothermal energy sources. Monitor and control operating activities at geothermal power generation facilities and perform maintenance and repairs as necessary. Install, test, and maintain residential and commercial geothermal heat pumps.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma56%
Some College32%
Post-Secondary Certificate7%
Associate's Degree1%
Bachelor's Degree3%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None24%
6 months - 1 year2%
1-2 years13%
2-4 years42%
4-6 years14%
8-10 years3%
Over 10 years3%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month14%
1-3 months1%
3-6 months8%
6 months - 1 year32%
1-2 years20%
2-4 years23%
4-6 years3%

How AI Impacts Each Task

24 tasks analyzed

Identify and correct malfunctions of geothermal plant equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation, or controls.

Monitor and adjust operations of geothermal power plant equipment or systems.

Adjust power production systems to meet load and distribution demands.

Collect and record data associated with operating geothermal power plants or well fields.

Prepare and maintain logs, reports, or other documentation of work performed.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

DependabilityIntegrityCooperationInitiativeIndependenceAttention to DetailSelf ControlStress ToleranceAdaptability/FlexibilityAnalytical ThinkingConcern for OthersPersistence

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$48,640

per year

Mean Wage

$53,270

per year

Employment

184K

workers

Wage Range

$35,270 - $77,150

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$35,270Median: $48,640$77,150
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