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Chemical Plant and System Operators

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Career Description

  Control or operate an entire chemical process or system of machines.  

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  Job Zone 2 - Some preparation
In these occupations you can often use your knowledge and skills to help others.
 
  Overall Experience  
  Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience maybe helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer could benefit from experience in installing dry wall, but an inexperienced person could learn the job fairly easily.  
  Education  
  These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job related course work. In some cases, you may need an associate's or bachelor's degree.  
  Job Training  
  Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.  
  Examples  
  Drywall installers, fire inspectors, flight attendants, pharmacy technicians, retail salespersons, and bank tellers.  

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