Environmental/Chemical Specialist

Vistra Corp•Bonham, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Supports Solid Fuel-Fired Power Plant activities related to the chemistry laboratory, water treatment facilities and ensures environmental compliance relative to local, state and federal environmental regulations. Specifically, the employee is involved with sample collection, testing, monitoring and reporting functions to appropriate entities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
7 Years related chemical/environmental experience
Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Proficiency in water chemistry operations preferred.
Computer software applications Knowledge preferred (Maximo, PI, PHD, Stack Vision, Fleet Vision, Microsoft, etc.)
AC/DC electronics, and electrical troubleshooting knowledge
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with others both internally and externally.
Detail oriented and excellent documentation skills.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and chemical guidelines as they pertain coal fired power plant .

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates the ability to stay abreast of all activities occurring in the department while handling their own responsibilities at a highly competent level.
Demonstrates the ability to oversee, plan and schedule departmental work.
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring through team building, character development planning and training for newer technicians.
Serves as expert source for chemical and environmental information for other departments at the facility.
Proficient at implementation of new compliance plans and best management practices as needed.
Department source of technical troubleshooting expertise and training for other technicians with lesser experience.

Responsibilities

Perform and interpret chemical analysis of substances to determine their chemical properties
Assist in developing, evaluating, maintaining, and executing new and established procedures or requirements and standard operating procedures
Collect, prepare, and analyze samples to determine appropriate analysis and methodology
Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate lab instrumentation
Verify, interpret and/or approve data and prepare reports
Comply with applicable regulatory permits, standard policies, codes, regulations, etc.
Assist in the development and implementation of lab safety guidelines
Monitor and control water treatment chemicals
Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision
Operate and assist in the repair of water treatment equipment: reverse osmosis systems, demineralizers, boiler chemical feed system, water/steam sample system, etc.
Analyze samples, document and report the results and follow QA/QC procedures.
Maintain proper chemical inventory for water treatment
Responsible for meeting all environmental permit requirements. This includes all record keeping requirements associated with permits
Completion of end of the year reports that address chemical and water usage
Assist in the training of Operators