Apprentice Water Chemical Technician

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc.•Craig South Highlands, CO

8h•$46 - $57

About The Position

The Apprentice Water Chemical Technician monitors, operates, samples, tests, and treats water and related plant systems, including concentrators, demineralizers, filters, chemical systems, potable water, sewage treatment, and zero-discharge systems. The role supports laboratory operations, wastewater permit compliance, and other chemistry-related plant functions. Work requires following written procedures, working under remote supervision, responding to alarms and emergencies, and contributing to plant safety and regulatory compliance. The position also involves maintaining records and work areas, assisting with apprentice instruction and on-the-job training when assigned, and performing other related duties. Regular, reliable, and predictable performance of essential functions is required. The ability to work overtime at any time of day or week is considered an essential function.

Requirements

Have a satisfactory work record.
Have and maintain a valid Colorado Class R driver's license.
Pass the Laboratory Technician Qualification Exam (LMS test) with a score of 65% or better.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrate strong analytical and diagnostic ability, independent judgment, and the ability to follow written procedures.
Work under remote supervision by initiating work plans, reporting them to supervision, a Control Room Operator, or Shift Supervisor, and executing the jointly developed plan.
Demonstrate planning, time-management, problem-analysis, and problem-resolution skills.
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Be a strong team player and able to work independently with minimal direction.
Be able to work overtime at any time of day or week.
Demonstrate the ability to perform the essential job functions if required.

Responsibilities

Monitor, attend, and operate concentrators, demineralizers, side stream filters, chlorine systems, acid systems, Public Address systems, potable water, sewage treatment, zero-discharge systems, and associated auxiliary equipment.
Monitor, test, and treat boiler and circulating water.
Monitor, sample, and analyze pond wastewater discharge for compliance with the NPDES/CDPS Permit, including collecting and preparing samples for analysis.
Collect and sample coal and fuel oil.
Perform air ingress monitoring, instrument work, and scrubber testing.
Maintain and operate the laboratory sample panel.
Complete logs, data sheets, files, and manuals related to assigned duties.
Perform miscellaneous chemistry testing and treatment.
Respond to alarms and emergencies.
Safely operate equipment including telephones, computers, respirators and air packs, two-way radios, cars and utility vehicles, forklifts, overhead cranes, and safety equipment used for handling chemicals.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Contribute to plant safety by adhering to safety standards and assisting with apprentice instruction and on-the-job training when assigned.
Keep personal work areas clean and free of safety hazards and clean assigned areas according to the cleaning schedule.
Comply with work rules and written or verbal expectations.
Comply with applicable electric utility industry regulatory requirements and company compliance programs, including Corporate Policy C-54.
Demonstrate behavior consistent with Tri-State's culture, cooperative principles, core values, ethics, Board policies, and business practices.
Perform essential functions reliably and predictably and be able to work overtime at any time of day or week.