Biofuels Processing Technicians
Calculate, measure, load, mix, and process refined feedstock with additives in fermentation or reaction process vessels and monitor production process. Perform, and keep records of, plant maintenance, repairs, and safety inspections.
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Salary Information
Biofuels Processing Technicians: $61,710 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes. | General |
| Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production. | General |
| Load materials into production equipment. | General |
| Operate biomass or biofuel production equipment. | General |
| Operate pumping systems or equipment. | General |
| Prepare biological feedstock for physical, chemical, or biological processing. | General |
| Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids. | General |
| Collect samples of materials or products for testing. | General |
| Inspect sustainable energy production facilities or equipment. | General |
| Record operational or production data. | General |
| Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs. | General |
| Measure stock or liquid levels in sustainable fuel production systems. | General |
| Clean work areas. | General |
| Direct operational or production activities. | General |
| Replace worn equipment components. | General |
| Evaluate quality of materials or products. | Analysis |
| Monitor biofuel production operations. | Maintenance |
| Maintain sustainable energy production equipment. | Maintenance |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Python | Object or component oriented development software |
| R | Object or component oriented development software |
| SAS | Analytical or scientific software |
| Computerized maintenance management system CMMS | Facilities management software |
| Data visualization software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Digital control systems DCS | Industrial control software |
| Enterprise resource planning ERP software | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
| Human machine interface HMI software | Industrial control software |
| Inventory control software | Inventory management software |
| Tableau | Business intelligence and data analysis software |