Chemistry Technician

NAES•Deming, NM

2d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Deming, New Mexico, the Luna Energy Facility is a natural gas-fired combined cycle power plant with a capacity of 570 MW. The plant features two GE 7FA+e combustion turbines equipped with dry low-NOx combustion and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems for advanced emissions control. Supported by two single-reheat HRSGs and a GE D11 steam turbine generator, the Luna Energy Facility plays a pivotal role in delivering reliable and efficient power to the vibrant Deming community. Opportunity Summary The Chemistry Technician at the Luna Energy Facility supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a combined-cycle power plant by maintaining precise control of water and steam cycle chemistry across cooling, condensate, feedwater, HRSG, and auxiliary systems. This role performs sampling, laboratory analysis, chemical treatment, and instrumentation calibration while trending chemistry data and responding to deviations to prevent corrosion, scaling, and equipment damage. The position also supports startup and outage activities, ensures environmental and safety compliance, and partners with operations and maintenance teams to protect asset integrity, sustain performance, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Requirements

We are seeking a Chemistry Technician with a background in chemistry, water treatment systems, and environmental compliance.
The ideal candidate will have progressive experience, preferably in industrial or power generation environments.
Experience operating, calibrating, and maintaining online and laboratory chemistry analyzers and performing accurate sampling to support reliable measurements of pH, conductivity, cation conductivity, silica, sodium, and dissolved oxygen.
Hands-on experience with power plant water treatment and cooling systems — including demineralizers, condensate polishers, cooling towers, and closed-loop systems — with an understanding of corrosion, scaling, and deposition control.
Working knowledge of steam cycle and HRSG chemistry control, including high-pressure treatment strategies such as oxygen scavengers, all-volatile treatment (AVT), and neutralizing amines to maintain cycle purity and protect equipment.
Understanding of chemistry considerations during plant startups, shutdowns, layup conditions, and load transitions to maintain system integrity.
Awareness of environmental compliance requirements for wastewater, effluent, and stormwater discharges under NPDES and applicable state permits.
Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices, including proper PPE use, chemical storage and handling, hazard communication, and adherence to SDS guidelines.
Proficiency with plant data systems, Microsoft Office applications, and/or Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) to document results, trend performance, and maintain compliance records.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and effectively convey chemistry conditions and recommendations to operations, maintenance, and environmental personnel.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related technical field is preferred.
Equivalent military or industrial power generation experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine inspections of water treatment systems, including cooling towers, closed-loop systems, and demineralizer trains, ensuring chemical control programs are operating within established limits.
Perform sampling and laboratory analysis of condensate, feedwater, HRSG, steam, and auxiliary systems to verify compliance with plant chemistry standards and OEM/EPRI guidelines.
Monitor and trend chemistry data from online analyzers and laboratory instrumentation; identify deviations and assist in implementing corrective actions to protect cycle chemistry integrity.
Support chemical treatment programs by safely preparing, transferring, and injecting chemicals such as oxygen scavengers, neutralizing amines, corrosion inhibitors, and biocides in accordance with plant procedures.
Maintain and calibrate chemistry monitoring instrumentation, including pH, conductivity, silica, sodium, and dissolved oxygen analyzers, ensuring accuracy and reliability of readings.
Perform minor maintenance on laboratory and field equipment, including sensor replacement, tubing changes, and reagent replenishment to maintain continuous operation.
Support startup, shutdown, layup, and outage activities by conducting chemistry system checks, line flushing, and transition monitoring during changing plant conditions.
Assist in troubleshooting plant systems affected by off-spec chemistry, scaling, corrosion, deposition, or condenser in-leakage.
Collect and analyze wastewater, effluent, and stormwater samples to ensure compliance with NPDES and applicable state discharge permits.
Maintain chemical inventories and ensure proper labeling, storage, handling, and disposal in accordance with SDS requirements and plant safety protocols.
Provide guidance to operations personnel on proper sampling techniques, steam purity awareness, and safe chemical handling practices.
Communicate chemistry conditions and concerns to operations and maintenance teams, offering input on system status and recommended adjustments.
Participate in safety meetings, audits, and routine EHS activities while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe laboratory and work environment.
Maintain accurate records in plant data systems documenting sample results, calibrations, chemical usage, and compliance activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or plant leadership to support overall plant objectives.