What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist or System Chemist - Denver, CO position at Xcel Energy?
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Position Summary
Position supports laboratory, plant and field chemistry operations in all aspects of chemical, biological, and physical analysis and testing. Expertise is required in one of the five following systems: environmental, general water treatment, lubricants, fuel chemistry, and general analytical instrumentation. Position will work with Xcel facilities and/or customers to enhance availability, reliability, and help ensure low operating costs.
This is a union represented position. The terms and conditions of employment for this position are currently being negotiated with the union. The terms and conditions that are initially offered for this position may change and be different once a contract with the union is finalized.
Essential Responsibilities
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $62,500.00 to $102,100.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
Deadline to Apply: 02/20/25
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Position Summary
Position supports laboratory, plant and field chemistry operations in all aspects of chemical, biological, and physical analysis and testing. Expertise is required in one of the five following systems: environmental, general water treatment, lubricants, fuel chemistry, and general analytical instrumentation. Position will work with Xcel facilities and/or customers to enhance availability, reliability, and help ensure low operating costs.
This is a union represented position. The terms and conditions of employment for this position are currently being negotiated with the union. The terms and conditions that are initially offered for this position may change and be different once a contract with the union is finalized.
Essential Responsibilities
- Uses advanced technical knowledge to develop and implement chemical treatment and/or analytical programs and related procedures, including chemical cleanings. Performs analysis, reviews and reports data. Maintains and troubleshoots instrumentation.
- Trains plant and/or analytical personnel. May include external training and presentations.
- Responsible for reviewing and assessing process parameters for compliance with control limits. Uses discretion and judgment to correct non-compliant parameters. Generate statistical control charts.
- Participate in the development of new technologies and writing of procedures utilizing appropriate improvements.
- Consult with internal and external customers to ensure compliance and optimize processes through inspections and data analysis, and provides recommendations based on analytical results/criteria.
- Interface with environmental services and governmental agencies to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science
- Five (5) years related experience in power plant, electric utility or laboratory settings.
- In lieu of a degree, candidates with at least 10 years of chemistry laboratory experience, along with some advanced college-level coursework in chemistry may be considered.
- Ability to obtain state certifications as applicable by the jurisdiction.
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science
- 10 years related experience in power plant, electric utility or laboratory settings.
- Ability to obtain state certifications as applicable by the jurisdiction.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $62,500.00 to $102,100.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
Deadline to Apply: 02/20/25
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Salary : $62,500 - $102,100
