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Biofuels Processing Technicians: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

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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This source lists 19 tasks, including 18 marked Core and 1 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: 07/2016.

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Core · Task 17830 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Monitor batch, continuous flow, or hybrid biofuels production processes.

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Core · Task 17821 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust biofuels production.

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Core · Task 17828 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Monitor and record biofuels processing data.

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Core · Task 17825 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Collect biofuels samples and perform routine laboratory tests or analyses to assess biofuels quality.

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Core · Task 17820 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Operate equipment, such as a centrifuge, to extract biofuels products and secondary by-products or reusable fractions.

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Core · Task 17822 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Process refined feedstock with additives in fermentation or reaction process vessels.

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Core · Task 17819 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Operate chemical processing equipment for the production of biofuels.

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Core · Task 17829 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Monitor and record flow meter performance.

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Core · Task 17826 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Inspect biofuels plant or processing equipment regularly, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.

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Core · Task 17827 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Measure and monitor raw biofuels feedstock.

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Core · Task 17832 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Preprocess feedstock in preparation for physical, chemical, or biological fuel production processes.

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Core · Task 17818 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Calculate, measure, load, or mix refined feedstock used in biofuels production.

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Core · Task 17831 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Monitor stored biofuels products or secondary by-products until reused or transferred to users.

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Core · Task 17823 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Assess the quality of biofuels additives for reprocessing.

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Core · Task 17833 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Clean biofuels processing work area, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

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Core · Task 17835 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Perform routine maintenance on mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment or instruments used in the processing of biofuels.

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Core · Task 17824 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

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

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Core · Task 17836 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Rebuild, repair, or replace biofuels processing equipment components.

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Supplemental · Task 17834 · 07/2016 · Incumbent

Coordinate raw product sourcing or collection.

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