Oil Burner Mechanic Trade Skills

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Occupational Skills

Uses tools and equipment.

Uses hand tools.

knowledge of types of hand tools
knowledge of hand tool operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of use of hand tools
ability to organize hand tools
ability to select hand tools
ability to maintain hand tools
ability to store hand tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective hand tools
ability to apply hand-eye coordination

Uses power tools.

knowledge of types of power tools
knowledge of power tool operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of use of power tools
ability to organize power tools
ability to select power tools
ability to maintain power tools
ability to store power tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective power tools
ability to apply hand-eye coordination

Uses powder-actuated tools.

knowledge of types of powder-actuated tools
knowledge of types of shots
knowledge of certification requirements
knowledge of powder-actuated tool operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of use of powder-actuated tools
ability to select powder-actuated tools
ability to maintain powder-actuated tools
ability to store powder-actuated tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective powder-actuated tools
ability to apply hand-eye coordination

Uses measuring and testing equipment.

knowledge of types of measuring and testing equipment
knowledge of measuring and testing equipment operating procedures
ability to perform basic calculations
ability to convert between imperial and metric measurements
ability to interpret measurements
ability to organize measuring and testing equipment
ability to select measuring and testing equipment
ability to verify calibration of measuring and testing equipment
ability to maintain measuring and testing equipment
ability to store measuring and testing equipment

Uses hoisting, lifting and rigging equipment.

knowledge of types of hoisting, lifting and rigging equipment
knowledge of operating procedures
knowledge of applications of hoisting, lifting and rigging equipment
knowledge of limitations of hoisting, lifting and rigging equipment
ability to recognize safe lifting locations or points
ability to maintain hoisting, lifting and rigging equipment
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective hoisting, lifting and rigging equipment
ability to store hoisting, lifting and rigging equipment

Uses ladders and platforms.

knowledge of types of ladders such as step ladders and extension ladders
knowledge of types of platforms such as scaffolds, hydraulic lifts and scissor lifts
knowledge of government regulations
knowledge of operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of ladders and platforms
ability to secure ladders and platforms
ability to maintain ladders and platforms
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective ladders and platforms

Uses soldering, flaring and threading tools.

knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
knowledge of types of soldering, flaring and threading equipment
knowledge of alloys and fluxes
knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations
knowledge of ventilation requirements
ability to recognize flammable materials
ability to match alloy to specific component to be soldered, flared and threaded
ability to select soldering, flaring and threading equipment
ability to organize soldering, flaring and threading equipment
ability to maintain soldering, flaring and threading equipment
ability to store soldering, flaring and threading equipment

Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.

knowledge of types of PPE
knowledge of types of safety equipment
knowledge of PPE and safety equipment operations
knowledge of training requirements for PPE and safety equipment
knowledge of location of PPE and safety equipment
knowledge of workplace safety and health regulations
ability to select PPE and safety equipment
ability to maintain PPE and safety equipment
ability to store PPE and safety equipment
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective PPE and safety equipment

Organizes work.

Communicates with others.

knowledge of customer expectations
knowledge of communication equipment and technology
ability to interact with customers
ability to communicate with industry professionals
ability to communicate with other tradespeople
ability to communicate with apprentices
ability to communicate with supervisors and management
ability to use communication equipment

Maintains clean and safe work environment.

knowledge of safety regulations
knowledge of company safety policies
knowledge of environmental guidelines and regulations
ability to recognize and correct unsafe conditions
ability to keep workplace tidy and organized

Interprets codes and documentation.

knowledge of B139 code
knowledge of relevant sections of codes such as building, plumbing, electrical and safety codes
knowledge of types of documentation such as permits, warranties and invoices
knowledge of trade terminology present in codes and documentation
ability to locate specific information in codes and documentation

Completes documentation.

knowledge of types of business documentation such as work orders, purchase orders, service invoices and warranties
knowledge of types of government forms such as permits, inspection reports and environmental forms
ability to prepare quote
ability to prepare material list
ability to complete final inspection report
ability to use documentation equipment such as computers, digital cameras and video cameras

Interprets drawings.

knowledge of types of drawings such as blueprints, shop drawings and sketches
knowledge of drawing components such as lines, symbols, legends and schedules
knowledge of specifications
ability to use drawing instruments
ability to locate layout dimensions
ability to reference specifications
ability to scale imperial and metric measurements

Performs basic distribution layout.

knowledge of building size and application
knowledge of types of appliances and components
knowledge of forced air distribution systems
knowledge of types of hydronic distribution systems such as radiant floor, fin tube and cast iron
knowledge of pipe and duct sizes, types and flow rates
ability to evaluate requirements
ability to take worksite measurements
ability to calculate heat loss and heat gain
ability to determine location of piping and ducting

Organizes material and components.

knowledge of types of material
knowledge of types of components
ability to select material and components
ability to prepare material and components
ability to order material and components
ability to take worksite measurements
ability to clean pipes and fittings

Commissions appliances and components.

knowledge of appliance and component operations
knowledge of codes
ability to verify appliance operation
ability to verify system operation
ability to perform system analysis
ability to perform visual inspections

Fuel Supply And Storage Systems

Installs fuel storage tanks.

Selects fuel storage tanks.

knowledge of tank composition such as fibreglass, plastic and stainless steel
knowledge of tank design
knowledge of building size and geographic location
knowledge of accessibility of tank location
ability to determine tank for specific location
ability to select stand

Determines fuel storage tank location.

knowledge of location of utilities such as water source and electrical supply
knowledge of local regulations
knowledge of building orientation and property lines
knowledge of location of building openings such as air supply, windows and doors
knowledge of tank capacity and design
knowledge of customer preferences
ability to take worksite measurements

Prepares location for fuel storage tanks.

knowledge of tank weight at total capacity
knowledge of location of heating appliance
knowledge of types of tank base material such as poured concrete or reinforced pads
ability to prepare base such as removing soil and compacting base
ability to calculate maximum weight load
ability to level tank base
ability to pour concrete pad
ability to select stand
ability to assess for possibility of soil erosion

Positions fuel storage tank.

knowledge of tank incline required for tank design such as end and bottom outlet
knowledge of environmental conditions
ability to secure tank legs
ability to secure tank to base with fasteners

Installs fuel storage tank components.

knowledge of types and locations of components such as gauges, tank valves and vent alarms
knowledge of protection for components
ability to seal components using approved sealants
ability to tighten components
ability to retrofit components
ability to test and inspect for fuel leaks

Installs fill and vent pipes.

knowledge of sizes and types of fill and vent pipes
knowledge of pipe fittings such as caps, elbows and unions
ability to use fasteners and supports
ability to cut and seal holes in building envelope
ability to prepare pipe by threading and applying sealing compound
ability to seal components using approved sealants
ability to torque pipe and fittings
ability to test and inspect for fuel leaks

Installs fuel supply system.

Selects fuel supply components.

knowledge of components such as oil filters, valves, pumps and oil lines
knowledge of types of valves such as oil-safety, in-line, anti-siphon and check
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
ability to determine size of fuel lines and oil filters
ability to determine when to use booster pump systems
ability to determine when to use two-line systems
ability to determine when to use specialized components

Installs fuel supply components.

knowledge of sealants
ability to determine location of components such as valves, booster pumps and de-aerators
ability to determine travel path of fuel line
ability to fasten and support pipe
ability to seal components using approved sealants
ability to test and inspect for fuel leaks

Oil-fired Heating Systems

Installs and retrofits oil-fired and wood/oil appliances and components.

Selects appliance.

knowledge of code requirements
knowledge of system requirements
knowledge of local regulations
knowledge of types of appliances such as front and rear breech, and multi-position
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of customer needs
knowledge of desired appliance location
knowledge of types of hydronic heating appliances
knowledge of location of other appliances such as clothes dryer, heat recovery ventilator and water heater

Positions appliance.

knowledge of code requirements
knowledge of local regulations
knowledge of types of appliances such as front and rear breech, and multi-position
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of desired appliance location
knowledge of types of hydronic heating appliances
knowledge of location of other appliances such as clothes dryer, heat recovery ventilator and water heater
knowledge of types of fasteners
ability to level appliance
ability to mount appliance
ability to secure appliance using fasteners

Installs components on appliance.

knowledge of appliance components such as burners, appliance jackets and controls
knowledge of sequence of assembly
knowledge of location of controls
ability to apply sealing compounds
ability to attach fittings and adapters
ability to connect water supply to the appliance
ability to assemble and mount burners

Connects fuel supply to appliance.

knowledge of types of fuel lines such as steel, flexible and coated copper
knowledge of types of adapters and fittings
knowledge of codes
ability to apply sealing compounds
ability to flare fuel line
ability to support fuel line
ability to protect fuel line
ability to determine termination point

Connects electrical supply to appliance.

knowledge of relevant sections of electrical codes
knowledge of types of connectors and fasteners
ability to select wire for specific load requirements
ability to strip and fasten wire
ability to secure wire to building structure
ability to seal electrical connectors on balanced flue and direct vent applications

Connects vent/exhaust piping to appliance.

knowledge of vent/exhaust piping components
knowledge of types of fasteners
knowledge of sequence of application of sealants
knowledge of codes
ability to cut and crimp piping
ability to fasten piping to appliance
ability to apply sealants

Installs dump zones for wood/oil systems.

knowledge of application of dump zones
knowledge of appropriate location of dump zones
ability to assemble dump zone components
ability to solder connections on hydronic systems
ability to fabricate emergency access panel on forced air heating system
ability to connect wiring to dump zones

Connects drain to appliance.

knowledge of relevant sections of plumbing codes
knowledge of liquids to be drained
knowledge of termination point of drain
knowledge of drain pipe materials
ability to fasten drain pipe to appliance
ability to protect drain pipe
ability to apply sealant

Installs forced air heating systems.

Assembles ductwork.

knowledge of ductwork material
knowledge of components installed during assembly such as zone dampers and fire dampers
knowledge of sequence of assembly
knowledge of hangers and supports
ability to join ducting
ability to modify ductwork by using methods such as cutting, forming and flanging
ability to size supply and return ducts

Installs ductwork.

knowledge of codes
knowledge of types of sealants such as duct sealer, foil tape and vinyl duct tape
ability to connect plenums to appliance
ability to connect starting collars and takeoffs
ability to install hangers
ability to seal joints
ability to connect trunk lines and branch lines
ability to install dampers such as manual and motorized
ability to install finish components such as registers and return air grilles

Installs hydronic heating systems.

Assembles boilers.

knowledge of types of boilers such as horizontal and vertical tube, cast iron and sectional
knowledge of applications of boilers such as residential and commercial
knowledge of sequence of assembly
knowledge of boiler components
ability to join sections of boilers
ability to fasten jacket
ability to apply sealants
ability to install boiler components such as aquastat well, controls and boiler drain

Installs hydronic distribution system.

knowledge of types of distribution systems such as radiant floor, cast iron and fin tube convector
knowledge of piping and tubing materials
knowledge of piping and tubing size
knowledge of relevant plumbing codes
ability to prepare rough-in to accept distribution systems
ability to install fasteners and supports
ability to join and fit piping and fittings using methods such as crimping, soldering, threading and using compression fittings
ability to fasten piping and tubing

Installs indirect water heater.

knowledge of types of indirect water heaters such as stainless steel and glass lined heaters
knowledge of relevant sections of plumbing and electrical codes
knowledge of water requirements of building occupants
ability to level heater
ability to wire heater
ability to connect heater to appliance
ability to install heater components such as circulating pump, check valves and temperature controls

Installs oil-fired water heater.

knowledge of water heater components such as venting, controls, drains, vacuum relief valves, pressure reducing valves and anti-scald valves
knowledge of water heater sizes
knowledge of types of burners
knowledge of flooring materials
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications and recommendations
ability to size burner
ability to install components such as burners
ability to connect appliance to fuel, electrical and water supply
ability to connect to distribution system
ability to level heater

Installs hydronic heating system components.

knowledge of hydronic heating system components such as expansion tanks, air scoops and backflow preventers
knowledge of types of valves
knowledge of low-water cutoffs
ability to locate and fasten components
ability to join components using methods such as crimping, expanding, soldering and threading
ability to seal components
ability to connect components to electrical supply

External Links

Venting, Combustion Air And Make-up Air

Installs venting systems.

Selects venting system.

knowledge of types of venting systems such as chimney, balanced flue and mechanical
knowledge of relevant sections of code
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of chimney construction
ability to measure clearances
ability to calculate capacities

Prepares location for termination.

knowledge of building construction
knowledge of relevant sections of building codes
knowledge of material characteristics
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of outside influences such as trees, dust and snow
knowledge of regional conditions
ability to measure clearances
ability to perform basic carpentry
ability to visualize layout of system
ability to perform basic masonry
ability to remove liners

Installs venting components.

knowledge of types of venting components and liners
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of types of sealants
knowledge of types of fasteners and supports
ability to assemble components
ability to apply sealants
ability to fasten and secure venting and components
ability to install liners
ability to perform basic masonry

Secures venting system to structure.

knowledge of types of fasteners and supports
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of relevant sections of codes
ability to measure support points
ability to fasten venting system to structure
ability to apply sealants
ability to perform basic masonry

Installs equipment and components for combustion air and make-up air.

Selects equipment and components.

knowledge of appliances such as water heater and forced air furnace
knowledge of components such as fans, ducts and grilles
knowledge of appliance capacities
knowledge of relevant sections of codes
ability to measure clearances
ability to calculate size
ability to determine location of intakes for combustion air and make-up air

Prepares location of equipment and components for combustion air and make-up air.

knowledge of building construction
knowledge of relevant sections of building codes
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of material characteristics
knowledge of outside influences such as trees, dust and snow
knowledge of regional conditions
ability to perform basic carpentry
ability to measure clearances
ability to visualize layout of system

Assembles equipment and components.

knowledge of equipment and components
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of types of sealants
ability to apply sealants
ability to connect components

Secures equipment and components to structure.

knowledge of fasteners and supports
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of relevant sections of codes
ability to measure spacing for fasteners and supports
ability to fasten equipment and components to structure

Electrical/electronic Systems

Installs electrical and electronic systems.

Selects controls and components.

knowledge of types of controls
knowledge of types of loads
knowledge of sequence of operation of controls
knowledge of application of controls and components
knowledge of relevant sections of electrical, building and oil codes
knowledge of basic electronic theory as it relates to system components such as electronic controls, Electronically Commutated Motors (ECM) and hydronic mixing controls
knowledge of basic electrical principles as they relate to system operation
ability to understand the system and its design

Selects location of controls and components.

knowledge of positioning of controls, loads and wiring
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of relevant sections of electrical, building and oil codes
ability to position controls, loads and wiring
ability to measure distances
ability to recognize physical and environmental limitations of controls and loads

Installs controls and components.

knowledge of fasteners and supports
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of relevant sections of codes
knowledge of basic carpentry skills
ability to install wire
ability to follow wiring diagram
ability to fasten controls and components

Tests electrical and electronic systems.

Cycles appliance controls.

knowledge of operation of controls
knowledge of sequence of operation of system
ability to operate appliance controls

Checks operating and safety controls.

knowledge of system operation
knowledge of circuits
knowledge of set points
ability to disable operating components
ability to trace circuits
ability to verify that controls operate to system specifications through full cycle

Checks accessories and components.

knowledge of types of accessories such as zone valves, booster pumps and air cleaning devices
knowledge of types of components such as circulators, blower motors and burners
knowledge of system operation
knowledge of circuits
ability to use multi-meters and diagnostic equipment
ability to test circuits, accessories and components
ability to interpret readings
ability to verify that circuits, accessories and components operate to system specifications through full cycle

Sets up operating parameters.

knowledge of system specifications
knowledge of operating controls such as thermostat, aquastat and fan control
ability to adjust controls
ability to adjust equipment and components to meet system design

Maintenance, Repair And Removal

Maintains oil-fired heating systems and components.

Checks oil-fired heating system and components.

knowledge of equipment and its operation
knowledge of service history
ability to determine condition of equipment
ability to identify potential problem areas

Cleans components.

knowledge of cleaning methods such as vacuuming, flushing and washing
knowledge of cleaning materials
ability to drain and recharge expansion tanks
ability to clean distribution fan
ability to clean burner components
ability to clean exhaust components such as sidewall vents, direct vents, smoke pipe and chimneys
ability to set or adjust temperature and pressure controls

Changes preventative maintenance components.

knowledge of types of preventative maintenance components such as nozzles, oil filters, air filters, fan belts and gaskets
knowledge of component specifications
ability to access components
ability to install new components

Lubricates moving components.

knowledge of types of lubricants
knowledge of lubrication requirements such as frequency, locations and amount of lubricant
ability to apply lubricant

Diagnoses oil-fired heating systems and components.

Checks for electrical problems.

knowledge of sequence of operation
knowledge of basic electrical principles
knowledge of electrical testing procedures
ability to interpret component schematics
ability to check for polarity
ability to check for continuity
ability to check voltage
ability to check amperage
ability to check resistance

Checks for burner problems.

knowledge of burner operation
knowledge of burner components
knowledge of safety features such as primary controls and flame sensors
knowledge of combustion testing procedures
ability to check fuel supply
ability to check ignition
ability to check flame
ability to check safety features

Checks for distribution problems.

knowledge of distribution systems and components
knowledge of distribution problems such as no heat, insufficient heat and excessive heat
knowledge of testing procedures
ability to isolate source of problem

Checks for problems with combustion air and make-up air.

knowledge of combustion air and make-up air requirements
knowledge of building alterations
knowledge of testing procedures
ability to check for blockages
ability to check pressure differential

Repairs oil-fired heating systems and components.

Corrects electrical problems.

knowledge of basic electrical principles
knowledge of relevant sections of electrical codes
ability to interpret component schematics
ability to lock out equipment
ability to reset switches and breakers
ability to replace defective electrical components
ability to repair damaged wires and terminals

Corrects burner problems.

knowledge of burner operation
knowledge of burner components
knowledge of safety features
ability to interpret component schematics
ability to repair and replace defective burner components
ability to set operating parameters
ability to reset burner components

Corrects distribution problems.

knowledge of distribution systems and components
knowledge of building alterations
ability to interpret component schematics
ability to repair and replace defective distribution components
ability to purge hydronic distribution system
ability to realign and adjust drive belts and pulleys
ability to set operating parameters

Removes appliances and components.

Decommissions appliance and components.

knowledge of WHMIS
knowledge of material handling hazards
ability to identify waste products such as fuel tanks, oil, glycol, mercury, heavy metals, asbestos and contaminated soil
ability to identify products that can be recycled
ability to disconnect utilities
ability to drain system
ability to seal breeches
ability to strap ductwork and piping
ability to disassemble appliance

Disposes of waste products.

knowledge of jurisdictional guidelines and requirements for storage and disposal of removed components
knowledge of containment systems
knowledge of WHMIS
knowledge of TDG regulations and signage
knowledge of local resources for disposal such as environmental agencies, coast guard and certified disposal companies
ability to handle waste products and containers

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