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Biomass Plant Technicians

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

Median salary

$99,670

Typical range

$60k – $129k

Job outlook

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Education

Typical entry: No degree required

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Typical progression

  1. Junior Biomass Plant Technicians

    Entry / Junior

    $59,930

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Biomass Plant Technicians

    Established

    $99,670

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Biomass Plant Technicians

    Senior

    $114,215

Key skills

A typical day

  • Operate biomass fuel-burning boiler or biomass fuel gasification system equipment in accordance with specifications or instructions.
  • Perform tests of water chemistry in boilers.
  • Operate high-pressure steam boiler or water chiller equipment for electrical cogeneration operations.
  • 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.

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