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Biomass Plant Technicians - 51-8099.03

O*NET-SOC Description

Control and monitor biomass plant activities and perform maintenance as needed.

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Tasks

  • Assess quality of biomass feedstock.
  • Calculate, measure, load, or mix biomass feedstock for power generation.
  • Calibrate liquid flow devices or meters, including fuel, chemical, and water meters.
  • Clean work areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Inspect biomass power plant or processing equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.
  • Manage parts and supply inventories for biomass plants.
  • Measure and monitor raw biomass feedstock, including wood, waste, or refuse materials.
  • Operate biomass fuel-burning boiler or biomass fuel gasification system equipment in accordance with specifications or instructions.
  • Operate equipment to heat biomass, using knowledge of controls, combustion, and firing mechanisms.
  • Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate biomass-fueled generators, generator units, boilers, engines, or auxiliary systems.
  • Operate high-pressure steam boiler or water chiller equipment for electrical cogeneration operations.
  • Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust production of biofuels or biomass-fueled power.
  • Perform routine maintenance or make minor repairs to mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment in biomass plants.
  • Preprocess feedstock to prepare for biochemical or thermochemical production processes.
  • Read and interpret instruction manuals or technical drawings related to biomass-fueled power or biofuels production equipment or processes.
  • Record or report operational data such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges.

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DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Power-Plant Operator