Biomass Plant Technicians
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Control and monitor biomass plant activities and perform maintenance as needed.
Median pay: $102,040/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -11.2% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 2,500 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• 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.
• Inspect biomass power plant or processing equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.
• Record or report operational data, such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges.
• Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust production of biofuels or biomass-fueled power.
What's the median pay for Biomass Plant Technicians?
The median pay for Biomass Plant Technicians is $102,040 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Biomass Plant Technicians?
Employment for Biomass Plant Technicians is projected to change -11.2% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Biomass Plant Technicians?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Biomass Plant Technicians?
About 2,500 openings per year, on average, over the decade.