Biomass Plant Technicians
Also called: Boiler Operator, Control Room Operator, Fuel Handler, Plant Operator
What they do:
Control and monitor biomass plant activities and perform maintenance as needed.
On the job, you would:
- Operate biomass fuel-burning boiler or biomass fuel gasification system equipment in accordance with specifications or instructions.
- Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust production of biofuels or biomass-fueled power.
- Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate biomass-fueled generators, generator units, boilers, engines, or auxiliary systems.
Engineering and Technology
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Math and Science
Safety and Government
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Verbal
Controlled Movement
Attention
Hand and Finger Use
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They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Spreadsheet software
Word processing software
Analytical or scientific software
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![]() New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
![]() $53,200
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
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See more details at O*NET OnLine about biomass plant technicians.