How do they match: Biomass Plant Technicians

  • I and C Tech
  • Instrumentation and Control Technician

  • Inspect biomass power plant or processing equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.
  • 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 biomass fuel-burning boiler or biomass fuel gasification system equipment in accordance with specifications or instructions.
  • Operate heavy equipment, such as bulldozers and front-end loaders.
  • Operate high-pressure steam boiler or water chiller equipment for electrical cogeneration operations.
  • Perform routine maintenance or make minor repairs to mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment in biomass plants.
  • Read and interpret instruction manuals or technical drawings related to biomass-fueled power or biofuels production equipment or processes.

  • Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.
  • Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production.
  • Inspect sustainable energy production facilities or equipment.
  • Load materials into production equipment.
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
  • Maintain sustainable energy production equipment.
  • Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
  • Operate biomass or biofuel production equipment.
  • Operate heavy-duty construction or installation equipment.
  • Operate pumping systems or equipment.
  • Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.