Process Technology
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Potential Positions
Process technicians my find career opportunities in a variety of industries including: chemical, petrochemical, refining, pharmaceuticals, pulp and paper, power generation, utilities, food and beverage, and water treatment. In many instances, process operators will interface with other technical personnel, such as maintenance electricians, instrument technicians, chemical laboratory technicians, plant engineers, industrial trainers and managers.
Employment Outlook
Future retirement data indicates that over the next 10 years there will be a great need for trained process operators in the industry, both locally and nationally. Within 9 months after graduation, the estimated employment rate for the Process Technology program is 83%. The graduate starting median wage is $16.05 with a wage potential of $33.56
*Graduate wages and placement obtained from SBCTC/WA unemployment files from 2004-05. Wage potential is based out of Whatcom County and obtained from LMEA. For further information, contact the Counseling & Career Center at 360-752-8450.
Typical Tasks
Specific tasks and activities typically required of a process plant operator include:
? Routine and preventative maintenance services to process equipment, systems and plant units,
? Control and monitor various machinery and equipment in processing plants,
? Monitor and operate the computer software controls for maintaining continuous production,
? Gather information using instrumentation and lab equipment to maintain safe work areas and keep plants in compliance with regulatory requirements,
? Use knowledge of computers, math, physics, and chemistry to keep plants running safety and efficiently,
? Play key roles in decision-making regarding several plant operational procedures and practices.
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This program typically starts in Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters
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