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Biomass Plant Technicians: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

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

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This source lists 18 tasks, including 16 marked Core and 2 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2020.

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Core · Task 17861 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Operate biomass fuel-burning boiler or biomass fuel gasification system equipment in accordance with specifications or instructions.

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Core · Task 21208 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Perform tests of water chemistry in boilers.

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Core · Task 17864 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Operate high-pressure steam boiler or water chiller equipment for electrical cogeneration operations.

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Core · Task 17862 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Operate equipment to heat biomass, using knowledge of controls, combustion, and firing mechanisms.

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Core · Task 17863 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate biomass-fueled generators, generator units, boilers, engines, or auxiliary systems.

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Core · Task 17860 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Inspect biomass power plant or processing equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.

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Core · Task 17866 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Record or report operational data, such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges.

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Core · Task 17855 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust production of biofuels or biomass-fueled power.

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Core · Task 17858 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Calculate, measure, load, or mix biomass feedstock for power generation.

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Core · Task 17867 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Clean work areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

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Core · Task 17856 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Perform routine maintenance or make minor repairs to mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment in biomass plants.

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Core · Task 17854 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Measure and monitor raw biomass feedstock, including wood, waste, or refuse materials.

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Core · Task 17859 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Calibrate liquid flow devices or meters, including fuel, chemical, and water meters.

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Core · Task 17857 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Assess quality of biomass feedstock.

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Core · Task 17869 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Read and interpret instruction manuals or technical drawings related to biomass-fueled power or biofuels production equipment or processes.

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Core · Task 21209 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Operate heavy equipment, such as bulldozers and front-end loaders.

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Supplemental · Task 17865 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Preprocess feedstock to prepare for biochemical or thermochemical production processes.

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Supplemental · Task 17868 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Manage parts and supply inventories for biomass plants.

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