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Resume skills guide · SOC 51-8013

Skills for Hydroelectric Plant Technicians

The skills, knowledge, and tools that matter most for hydroelectric plant technicians, ranked by O*NET importance — so you know what to lead with on your resume.

What to lead with

Refit analysis ·O*NET rates Critical Thinking, Monitoring, Reading Comprehension as the highest-importance skills here — so a resume aimed at this role should lead with evidence of those, not a generic skills list.

Top skills (ranked by importance)

O*NET importance score in parentheses (1–5).

  • 1.Critical Thinking3.88
  • 2.Monitoring3.62
  • 3.Reading Comprehension3.25
  • 4.Active Listening3.12
  • 5.Speaking3.12
  • 6.Writing3
  • 7.Mathematics3
  • 8.Active Learning3
  • 9.Learning Strategies2.62
  • 10.Science2.38

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Knowledge areas

  • Mechanical
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Education and Training
  • Design
  • Computers and Electronics
  • English Language

Core work activities

  • Controlling Machines and Processes
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Getting Information
  • Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
  • Performing General Physical Activities
  • Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

In-demand tools & technology

  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Distributed control system DCS
  • IBM Lotus Notes
  • Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software
  • Web browser software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word