Program Codes: 
10269
Employment Percentage: 
0.54347826086957
SOC ID: 
51-8099
SOC Title: 
Plant and System Operators, All Other
ONET ID: 
51-8099.03
ONET Concat ID: 
51809903
Median Salary: 
61120.61
Ed Level High School: 
66.300003
Ed Level Certificate: 
24.299999
Ed Level Some College: 
6.67
Ed Level Associates: 
2.23
Ed Level Bachelors: 
0.5
Ed Level Masters: 
0
Ed Level Doctor: 
0
Typical Ed Level: 
a high school diploma or less
Description: 

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

Core Tasks: 

<ul><li>Operate biomass fuel-burning boiler or biomass fuel gasification system equipment in accordance with specifications or instructions.</li><li>Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust production of biofuels or biomass-fueled power.</li><li>Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate biomass-fueled generators, generator units, boilers, engines, or auxiliary systems.</li><li>Inspect biomass power plant or processing equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.</li><li>Record or report operational data, such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges.</li><li>Measure and monitor raw biomass feedstock, including wood, waste, or refuse materials.</li><li>Clean work areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.</li><li>Perform routine maintenance or make minor repairs to mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment in biomass plants.</li><li>Read and interpret instruction manuals or technical drawings related to biomass-fueled power or biofuels production equipment or processes.</li></ul>

Start Annual Earnings: 
44744.59
Top Annual Earnings: 
93326.76
Title Slug: 
biomass-plant-technician