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Job Description

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.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 51-8099.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Biofuels Processing Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Process Technician”

Monitor and record biofuels processing data.
Clean biofuels processing work area, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust biofuels production.
Calculate, measure, load, or mix refined feedstock used in biofuels production.
Collect biofuels samples and perform routine laboratory tests or analyses to assess biofuels quality.
Rebuild, repair, or replace biofuels processing equipment components.
Process refined feedstock with additives in fermentation or reaction process vessels.
Monitor batch, continuous flow, or hybrid biofuels production processes.
Operate equipment, such as a centrifuge, to extract biofuels products and secondary by-products or reusable fractions.
Monitor stored biofuels products or secondary by-products until reused or transferred to users.
Monitor and record flow meter performance.
Coordinate raw product sourcing or collection.
Operate chemical processing equipment for the production of biofuels.
Preprocess feedstock in preparation for physical, chemical, or biological fuel production processes.
Perform routine maintenance on mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment or instruments used in the processing of biofuels.
Measure and monitor raw biofuels feedstock.
Assess the quality of biofuels additives for reprocessing.
Inspect biofuels plant or processing equipment regularly, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.
Calibrate liquid flow devices and meters including fuel, chemical, and water meters.

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Crusher screens
pH probes
Mobile radios
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Level transmitters
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Adjustable widemouth pliers
Steam boilers
Chain hoists
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Milling equipment
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