Process Chemistry Specialist

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800 communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

Boiler water chemistry program management and support for the Neil Simpson Complex.

Pay Range: $71,100 - $106,600(This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Operations Manager

Location: Gillette, Wyoming

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:
* Site management and expert of boiler water chemistry programs.
* Train operators to operate and monitor water/chemistry equipment and instrumentation.
* Manage, operate and troubleshoot a RO/Demineralization facility.
* Calibrate and repair chemistry related instruments and meters as needed.
* Write, schedule, and perform PMs on all chemistry and water treatment analyzers and equipment.
* Audit operator chemistry testing.
* Respond and provide support to operations in the evening and weekend as needed.
* Manage all water treatment chemical inventories, deliveries, and pumping systems.
* Maintain logs and reports relating to chemistry programs and site water consumption.
* Maintain logs and reports relating to site water consumption.
* Generate and manage operations and designated agency reports.

Additional Responsibilities:
* Manage and coordinate site chemistry studies as designated.
* Provide on-site chemistry, chemical safety and chemical handling training.
* Provide support to other BHP facilities as may be designated.

What Is Required:
* High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Minimum of (4) four years of experience with water/power plant chemistry, water treatment monitoring and analytical equipment or working in an industrial plant is required.

What Is Desired:
* Coal fired utility chemistry and chemistry management desirable
* SDA and mercury control chemistry experience preferred.
* Portable water plant and water plant management experience preferred.
* Mechanical/maintenance experience associated with pumps and pump repair.
* Mechanical/maintenance experience associated with instrument and controls.
* Experience data acquisition systems and reporting.
* Strong communication skills including oral and written.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.