Associate Chemistry Technician/Chemistry Technician/Senior Chemistry Technician Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today. Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position. This position does not offer relocation assistance. **Job Summary** DESC McMeekin Station is seeking an Associate Chemistry Technician,Chemistry Technician or a Senior Chemistry Technician. This is for one open position located at McMeekin Generating Station in Columbia, South Carolina and will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Responsible include: + Collecting samples of plant processes that include water treatment, condensate, feedwater and wastewater. + Performing chemical analyses of plant processes and providing direction for control and adjustment of process chemistry. + Performing analyses of plant water and wastewater, to ensure compliance with the requirements of the plant’s environmental permits. + Providing guidance to plant personnel in matters of chemistry such as material safety and chemical spill response. + Also be part of the plant’s first responder team for chemical releases. + Maintaining/calibrating in-line chemistry analyzers. + Operating and maintaining a water treatment facility to produce all process water used at the station. + Operating and regenerating ultra-pure demineralized water system to ensure clean condensate and feedwater for the station. + Performing work around and handle 93% sulfuric acid, 50% caustic, 10% ammonia, liquid aluminum sulfate and 12.5% sodium hypochlorite on a regular basis. + Inspecting, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory, process, and environmental equipment located both on and off the plant site. + Performing required environmental samples and inspections. + Occasional overtime/call outs are required. + Must be able to provide coverage for weekend rotations (every other weekend) and including some holidays. + Some short night shift coverages maybe required depending on plant issues and boiler chemical cleaning activities. + Additional responsibilities include performing other duties as directed by the Operations Supervisor in support of facility operations. **Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience** **Minimum Requirements (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications):** **Associate Chemistry Technician** BA/BS in related discipline is preferred. An associate degree and 0-2 years of directly related experience OR high school and 2+ years of directly related experience that demonstrates knowledge of relevant fundamental theories, principles, and concepts **Chemistry Technician** BA/BS in related discipline is preferred. An associate degree and 2+ years of directly related experience OR high school and 4+ years of directly related experience that demonstrates knowledge of relevant fundamental theories, principles, and concepts **Senior Chemistry Technician** BA/BS in related discipline is preferred. An associate degree and 5+ years of directly related experience OR high school and 7+ years of directly related experience that demonstrates knowledge of relevant fundamental theories, principles, and concepts **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for All Levels:** + Knowledge of analytical chemistry and laboratory concepts and techniques. + Knowledge of environmental regulations. + Knowledge of computer applications. + Ability to analyze and organize information. + Must be able to work in chemical protective gear including breathing apparatus and maintain annual respirator qualification. + Must be able to work in an industrial environment that can be hot, cold, noisy, and dirty. + Must be able to qualify to operate fork trucks and man lifts. + The job is physically demanding, and the successful candidate must be fit for duty including able to lift and carry 50 pounds of material, climb a ladder, work in heated and cold environments, walk up and down stairways, walk up and down steep pond dike slopes, walk on catwalks over open water or spaces, don a respirator, don a hazmat level A suit, don a SCBA, access the top of large outside water or fuel oil storage tanks, work on elevated working platforms, climb scaffold, work inside vessels, and perform any other plant activity. + Must be mechanically inclined and willing and able to respond to emergency callouts. + Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft applications and other related software is required. + Good communication and organizational skills are required. + Strong interpersonal skills and customer focus are essential. + The position interacts with operations and maintenance personnel within the plant and with individuals from various departments elsewhere in the company. + Must be able to obtain and maintain a South Carolina Physical/Chemical Wastewater D License (or Higher) as part of the job. **Education Requirements** Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: Associate Preferred Discipline(s): Biology, Chemistry Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above. **Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description** **Associate Chemistry Technician** + A South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Level D Physical/Chemical License is preferred **Chemistry Technician/Senior Chemistry Technician** + A South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Level D Physical/Chemical License is required. **Working Conditions** Office Work Environment Up to 25% Travel Up to 25% Cold Up to 25% Fumes Up to 25% Heat Up to 25% Loud Noise Up to 25% Operating Machinery Up to 25% Outdoors Up to 25% **Test Description** This job requires recommended test results from the EEI Technician (TECH) aptitude test, administered on site during the pre-employment process. 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