Senior Chemistry Tech

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Date: Sep 5, 2023

Location(s): Seabrook, NH, US, 03874

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID:  75181 

 

NextEra Energy Resources is one of the largest producers of emission-free nuclear energy in the United States. Nuclear energy has long been a source of clean power and is a fundamental part of NextEra Energy Resources’ plan for a zero-emissions energy future. Our Nuclear Fleet is leading the industry as we leverage technology to build the next generation of leaders. Are you interested in becoming a trailblazer in the energy industry? Join our world-class team today.

 

Position Specific Description

•           Responsible for evaluating data, initiating action, and providing recommendations for plant operation to ensure continued nuclear safety and long-term asset preservation.

•           Utilize and maintain complex analytical instrumentation while verifying precision and accuracy via quality assurance and control methods.

•           Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses including sampling, in-service testing or testing and measuring of radioactive contaminants and chemical properties of various liquid and gaseous streams in nuclear plant systems and components.

•           Implement safe laboratory practices and ensure compliance with regulations, procedures, and policies in the conduct of daily work.

•           Maintain records, evaluate trends, and develop new/more efficient methods.

•           Train and provide guidance to new or less experienced nuclear chemistry technicians.

Job Overview

Performs analytical, preventive and corrective chemical/radiochemical functions as necessary to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the Station.  Evaluates results and prescribes the necessary chemical treatment or adjustments to maintain established control limits.  Maintains accurate logs and records of all data pertinent to Station water treatment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Performs senior level technician duties within the Chemistry Department, which includes installation, inspection, calibration, adjustment, and use of the plant chemistry, components, systems and test equipment.
  • Participates in and successfully completes Station and Chemistry Department training programs; and continues participation in such programs to enhance job proficiency.
  • Participates in non-routine activities such as unscheduled outages, refueling and special projects that require the Chemistry Department's participation.
  • Recommends changes to existing Chemistry methods, procedures and applications to improve overall Station operation.
  • Performs assigned duties in accordance with approved plant procedures, accepted radiation protection practices, regulatory policies, Quality Assurance Program, safety rules and regulations; prepares related reports, procedures, logs and other historical data.
  • Performs, independently, special tasks and analysis using advanced analytical techniques, methods and complex systems and laboratory instruments.
  • Prepares and may present detailed programs and procedures for the Chemistry Department as assigned.
  • Required to be a member of the Seabrook Station Emergency Response Organization (ERO), when assigned, and to adhere to all related requirements specified in the Seabrook Station Radiological Emergency Plan.  These requirements include, but are not limited to, maintaining applicable ERO position qualifications, participation in drills and exercises, and responding to an actual emergency (including radiological).
  • Required to participate in major outages, when assigned, by performing a designated outage position, and maintaining required training qualifications.  An outage assignment may involve shiftwork and/or working extended hours outside of normal schedule.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Grad / GED (Reference ANSI/ANS 3.1-1993).
  • Four to five years of experience in Nuclear power plant maintenance.
  • Successful completion of the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Technician Occupations Selection System (TECH) aptitude test required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in related field or equivalent education and/or experience

 

Employee Group:  Bargaining Unit
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Craft Skilled/ Journey Level
Organization:  NextEra Energy Seabrook, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  No

 

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

 

NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.

 

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

 

NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

 


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