Careers · Biofuels Processing Technicians · New Mexico
Biofuels Processing Technicians in New Mexico
Biofuels processing technicians operate equipment that converts raw materials into biofuel through fermentation or chemical reactions. They measure and mix feedstock with additives, monitor production vessels, and maintain detailed records In New Mexico the median pay is $55,710 a year, 11% below the national median of $62,470.
$55,710median pay in New Mexico, per year
$48,870–$70,780middle half earn
120employed in New Mexico
$62,470U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.
Skills that matter most
Operations MonitoringOperation and ControlReading ComprehensionMonitoringQuality Control AnalysisActive ListeningSpeakingEquipment Maintenance
Knowledge areas
Production and ProcessingMechanicalEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityChemistryComputers and Electronics
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Biofuels Processing Technicians.
Licenses and training in New Mexico
Biofuels Processing Technicians pay in other states
Massachusetts · $120,660Washington · $88,730Minnesota · $88,290Maryland · $81,890Montana · $81,340Nevada · $80,000California · $78,020Illinois · $77,780Iowa · $75,800New York · $74,700
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against biofuels processing technicians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against biofuels processing technicians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 51-8099.01. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Mexico, annual.