Ormond Beach Generation Station is an operating power facility with a generation capacity of at least 1,500 megawatts (MW). The station plays a critical role in supporting California’s energy grid, utilizing a variety of high-pressure steam and turbine systems to deliver reliable power to the region.
The Chemical Technician at Ormond Beach Generating Station ensures the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of chemical processes and systems critical to power plant performance. This role involves performing chemical analyses, monitoring and maintaining plant chemical treatment systems, supporting safety and environmental compliance, and providing technical expertise to troubleshoot and optimize operations. The technician collaborates across teams, supports training, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives while adhering to regulatory standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Communicate technical data on plant chemical processes and equipment to management and technical staff.
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Troubleshoot chemical-related issues in power plant systems and equipment.
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Perform gas fuel tracking, air monitoring, and compliance reporting, including annual reports.
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Complete GADS operating reports for Ellwood and verify waste manifest documentation.
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Support safety training, scheduling, and site safety inspections.
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Operate and maintain lab equipment, conduct chemical analyses, and perform calculations.
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Collect and analyze process and environmental samples to ensure production and regulatory compliance.
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Monitor and optimize plant chemical treatment systems.
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Support chemical cleaning activities and provide skill enhancement training to colleagues.
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Assist maintenance and operations teams with tools, equipment, and company vehicles to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable unit operations.
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Promote safety, environmental responsibility, and cost-effective resource use.
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Proactively identify and resolve issues, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
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Other duties as assigned by plant management
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High school diploma or GED equivalent.
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Minimum of 8 college credit hours in chemistry.
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Preferred: 4 years of power plant experience with supercritical boilers or 5 years of industrial chemical experience.
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Proficient in using computers and software for data entry, analysis, and report generation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to lead or contribute to cross-functional teams.
- Basic knowledge of chemistry principles, laboratory techniques, and lab equipment operation.
- Understanding of chemical analysis impacts on plant operations.
- Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations.
- Ability to perform basic math and algebraic calculations.
- Capable of connecting, disconnecting, and making minor adjustments to test/lab equipment.
- Basic understanding of plant processes, systems, and business functions.
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Work overtime and non-standard working hours as required
Physical Requirements
Normal office environment and /or outdoors work environment. (including working at heights, high/ low ambient temperatures and high humidity areas at generating unit work location).
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Requires Standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment
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Requires wearing personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hats, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.)
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May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals
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Occasionally lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities.
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.
We offer a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional “al la carte” benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.
We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.
This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.
