All about the profession steam mobile unit operator

In the past few years, working professions have become increasingly popular. One such position is driver steam mobile installation. Today in our article we will talk about the features of the professional activity of a specialist, as well as what is included in the daily duties of an employee.

The work of the PPU driver (decryption - steam mobile installation) quite complicated and responsible. So, this technique is used to clean specialized equipment and tanks, heat concrete and topsoil (in the cold season), process vehicles and soil, etc. The equipment is a mobile platform on which special equipment is located: boiler, tank for fuel, transmission, water fuel pumps, as well as other additional equipment.

In order to control the process of supplying hot air and its pressure, it is necessary to adjust the position of the valves. In this case, errors are practically eliminated, since a special system of check valves is present in the design of the device. Hot steam is available for use after half an hour after turning on the unit. Engineers PPU can work on a variety of equipment. However, most often in production, plants are used whose capacity indicator is 5.3 cubic meters. The continuous operation time of such a device can reach 5 hours.

The profession has a high level of demand. Therefore, if you receive appropriate educational training, you will not be left without a job.However, at the same time, the level of demand in specialists is not the same in all regions of the Russian Federation. On the other hand, it is important to highlight the presence of a large number of risks.

When applying for a job as a PPU driver the applicant must without fail to get acquainted with all official documents that regulate the activities of a specialist. Moreover, it is the employer's responsibility to provide these documents on time. So, first of all, we are talking about job descriptions and a single tariff qualification reference book of jobs and occupations of workers (or ETKS). This is where all the job duties that an employee must perform in the course of his professional activity are included. The duties of the PPU driver include:

• implementation of timely preparation of a steam mobile installation for work;
• implementation of repair and adjustment work, if necessary;
• monitoring the operation of key structural elements;
• installation of additional equipment on the platform (as well as its dismantling);
• compliance with safety regulations;
• the implementation of its work strictly in accordance with the technical specifications provided;
• maintaining accounting and reporting documents, making entries in relevant journals.

It should be borne in mind that the above list is not final. Carefully read the job description, as the employer often indicates the tasks that you will have to perform, as well as ask clarifying questions during a personal interview. You must be sure that you can perform all the functional tasks assigned to you. Remember that in case of failure to fulfill or improper performance of your duties, you may be liable.

In order to competently and effectively fulfill the duties described above, PPU driver should have a sufficient amount of theoretical and practical training, namely:

• know the basics and be able to carry out locksmith work in practice;
• know all the technical and functional features of a mobile steam installation;
• be able to properly operate and configure the equipment;
• know the legislative standards governing the work of the PPU driver;
• Be familiar with the specifics of the industry within which the activity is carried out.

In this case, do not dwell on the basic set of knowledge and skills. It is necessary to constantly develop, improve and improve their skills. In addition, many employers put forward requirements not only in relation to professional knowledge and skills, but also in relation to the personal characteristics of the candidate for the position. So, it is believed that one hundred PPU driver should be hardy, responsible, attentive, executive, obligatory, stress-resistant, decisive, etc.

In order to get the position of PPU machinist, you need to be trained in the appropriate training program. This can be done in almost any secondary vocational educational institution (college or technical school). At the same time, in the learning process, you need to be as attentive, disciplined and responsible as possible. Pay attention not only to obtaining theoretical knowledge, but also practical skills that will be useful in the future when performing immediate work tasks.

In addition, after employment for work may occur the need for continuing education (This is especially true for those employees who want to increase their rank or move up the career ladder). This procedure can be carried out through a variety of educational activities: for example, courses, lectures, seminars, master classes, etc.

Due to the fact that steam mobile units are used in various fields of human activity, PPU drivers can work in enterprises that specialize in:

• construction;
• oil production;
• public utilities;
• road sector;
• motor transport;
• railroad etc.

It should be borne in mind that the main part of the specialist’s work is carried out in the fresh air, and working conditions themselves can negatively affect health employee. That is why the requirement for regular medical examinations and examinations paid by the employer is mandatory. The standard shift of the PPU driver lasts 7-8 hours with several interruptions. Moreover, most often the work is on a rotational basis.