What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician, Chemical position at Georgia Power Company?
Job Summary
The responsibilities of the plant Chemical Technician will include performing technical and analytical services essential to the operation of a power plant, including:
Pre-Employment Requirements :
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
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 Identification: 9740
Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
The responsibilities of the plant Chemical Technician will include performing technical and analytical services essential to the operation of a 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
- Operation and maintenance of water treatment plant and associated equipment, pumps and analyzers to ensure high quality make-up
- Operation and maintenance of Low Volume Wastewater System and associated equipment
- Support decommissioning activities at Plant Wansley as needed
- Conduct all required sampling per Gen 6500 and regulatory requirements
- Perform and monitor chlorination activities to cooling towers
- Perform analytical testing and monitor plant effluents
- Work to ensure effective water management
- Support unit start-ups and shutdowns as required
- Calibrate and maintain laboratory and in-line equipment & instrumentation
- Maintain laboratory supplies and bulk chemical inventory
- Assist with data gathering for monthly chemistry reporting
- Assist regulatory compliance personnel to help ensure compliance with applicable environmental, safety and health regulations
- Operate condensate polisher or Powdex systems
- Have good working knowledge of facility clearance/LOTO procedure
- Operate and maintain sewage treatment plants
- Serve in a regional capacity to support both Yates and Wansley laboratory functions
- Conduct air in leakage surveys
- Ensure all laboratory areas meet housekeeping standards outlined by the plant
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
- BS or BA degree in chemistry or physical science field (minimum of 12 semester hours of chemistry) required
- Experience and competency in the use, calibration and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation/equipment
- Knowledge of laboratory analytical methods and techniques is required
- Experience in large water treatment facility is preferred. This would include operating and maintaining clarification, filtration, reverse osmosis and de-ionization systems
- 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)
- Demonstrate behaviors that align with our organization's "Our Values" ideals.
- Safety First – We believe the safety of our employees and customers is paramount. We will perform and maintain every job, every day, safely.
- Unquestionable Trust - Honesty, respect, fairness, and integrity driver our behavior. We keep our promises and ethical behavior is our standard
- Superior Performance - We are dedicated to the superior performance throughout our business. Our priorities are safety first, teamwork, diversity and continuous improvement through strong leadership
- Total Commitment - We are committed to the success of our employees, customers, and shareholders, and to citizenship and stewardship in all our actions
- 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 protection periodically for routine work or for inspections. This includes respirators with filter cartridges or a self-contained breathing apparatus
- Ability to work shifts, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays is required
- Ability to work in non-temperature controlled environments (extreme heat & cold)
- Ability to work in an environment that could include fly ash, coal dust, and chemical fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals
- Available for call-out and overtime as required
- Ability to work with limited supervision in a team environment
- Ability to take initiative required to manage projects and address issues
- Ability to work in extreme noise and vibration
- Ability to work around moving equipment or objects
- Ability to perform some physical activities while wearing respirators with filter cartridges or self-contained breathing apparatuses in a power plant environment
- Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders, bending, reaching, working at different elevations
- Basic mechanical skills and / or knowledge
- Support Plant Yates and Wansley
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
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 Identification: 9740
Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
