Chemical Technician; Shift

Position: Chemical Technician (Shift)
** Chemical Technician*
* ** Plant McDonough*
* ** Smryna, Georgia*
* The responsibilities of the plant Chemical Technician will include performing technical and analytical services essential to the operation of a fossil fuel power plant, including:

+ Working safely and being accountable for your safety and the safety of your coworkers

+ Provide chemical protection of the steam generating equipment to minimize outages due to corrosion and deposits in the steam/water cycle components

+ Minimize the loss of efficiency and possible replacement of water treatment, steam generating, condensing and turbine mechanical components

+ Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable environmental, safety and health regulations: ash pond inspections, dikes and wells reporting, drinking water reporting, etc.

+ Operate and maintain water treatment plant for production of de-ionized/ultra-pure water

+ Perform analytical testing and monitor plant effluents

+ Calibrate and maintain laboratory and on-line equipment and instrumentation

+ Maintain bulk chemical and laboratory supplies inventory

+ Assist regulatory compliance personnel to help ensure compliance with applicable environmental, safety and health regulations

+ Perform duties in the main lab

   + Perform QA/QC on instrumentation

   + Maintain and calibrate bench top instrumentation

   + Inventory lab equipment and reagent chemicals

   + Perform duties in the Water Analysis labs

   + Generate water quality reports

   + Collect regulatory water samples

+ Conduct air in leakage surveys

+ Ensure all laboratory areas meet housekeeping standards outlined by the plant

** JOB REQUIREMENTS*
* ** _Pre-Employment Requirements_** :

+ Possess a valid driver's license

+ Must qualify on the EEI Technician Occupations Selection System (TECH) pre-employment test

+ Pass a drug test, physical and background investigation

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Note:

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* ** _This is a position covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Georgia Power and IBEW Local 84 and is governed by this agreement. Union membership is optional. The starting salary (non-negotiable) is governed by this agreement which includes an increase every six months assuming satisfactory performance, until you max out in your job classification and a negotiated general increase every July._*
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* Education and Experience Requirements:

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* + BS or BA degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or a related discipline (minimum of 12 semester hours of chemistry) required

+ Experience and competency in the use, calibration and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation/equipment

+ Knowledge of proper analytical methods and techniques is required

+ Previous experience in large water treatment facility is preferred. This would include operating and maintaining clarification, filtration, reverse osmosis and de-ionization systems

+ Power plant combined cycle experience is preferred.

** _Knowledge, Skills & Abilities_**  **:*
* + Broad knowledge of analytical, inorganic, oil, environmental and water chemistries required

+ High level of knowledge of chemical treatment methods and operation of water treatment plant is preferred.

+ Collect samples from inside the power plant and water treatment plant;
Analyze water and ash samples.

+ Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems, read and understand schematic diagrams and identify plant water process problems is preferred.

+ Perform QA/QC on instrumentation;
Maintain and calibrate bench top instrumentation.

+ Proficiency in various Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook

+ Ability to understand mechanical and electrical theories and fundamentals

+ Ability to read and interpret information presented in graphic form (examples are blueprints, diagrams, drawings, graphs and plots)

+ Understanding handling requirement of hazardous materials (HAZMAT)

** _Behavioral and other Requirements:_*
* + Demonstrate behaviors that align with our organization's "Our Values" ideals.

+ Safety First - We actively care about the safety and well-being of our employees, customers and communities. Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first.​

+ Intentional Inclusion - We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued. Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities and shareholders.

+ Act with Integrity - We act with honesty, respect and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do. We are true to our word and follow through on our commitments.

+ Superior Performance - We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement. We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors and the environment

+ Be dependable and punctual

+ Ability to use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) daily including protective eyewear, natural fiber or fire-retardant clothing and steel-toe or composite-toed shoes

+ Ability to wear respiratory…