Chemical Technician - Plant Daniel
Description
Chemical Technician - Plant Daniel
This position involves performing technical and analytical services essential to the efficient operation of a power generation plant. The primary responsibilities include water treatment and chemical analysis of water, wastewater, and fuels, with the aim of providing chemical protection for steam generating equipment and minimizing outages caused by corrosion and deposits in steam cycle components. Additionally, the position focuses on minimizing efficiency losses and potential replacements of steam generating, condensing, and turbine mechanical components. Compliance with governmental environmental regulations pertaining to water discharges is also a key duty in this role.
Key Duties:
Operate and maintain water treatment plant equipment to produce demineralized water and service water for various plant applications.
Conduct sampling of water, wastewater, and metal deposits.
Perform analytical testing and monitor and sample plant effluents.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Manage inventory of bulk chemicals and laboratory consumables.
Oversee the handling and transportation of bulk chemicals and unloading.
Job Experience and Education:
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or another scientific field, with a minimum of 25 quarter hours or 15 semester hours in Chemistry required.
Experience and proficiency in the use, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and equipment, with knowledge of proper analytical methods and techniques.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Broad knowledge of analytical, inorganic, environmental, and water chemistries.
Understanding of chemical treatment methods and the operation of water treatment plants.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems, interpret schematic diagrams, and identify water process problems.
Proficiency in various Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Other Attributes:
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated initiative and a strong focus on safety.
Value continuous learning and thrive in a teamwork-oriented environment.
Adaptability to changing work duties and the ability to work with limited supervision.
Other Requirements:
This position requires a five-day workweek, including one weekend per month.
Must be available for callouts, night shifts, overtime, weekend work, and holiday shifts as required.
Mississippi Power a subsidiary of Southern Company, serves southeast Mississippi. We have a history of customer and community service, economic development leadership, environmental stewardship and employee involvement.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Field: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Mississippi-Coastal Area-Escatawpa
Operating Company: Mississippi Power Company
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Union Covered: No
Work Location(s):
Plant Daniel - 13201 Highway 63 North (13201ESCATAWPA)
13201 Highway 63 North
Escatawpa, 39552
Req ID: MPC2002347
