Chemical Technician - Plant Barry

  • Southern Company
  • Bucks, Alabama
  • Full Time

Chemical Technician-Plant Barry

Summary of Position Duties:

This position performs industrial, technical and analytical services essential to the proper operation and maintenance of a power generating plant. Responsibilities for this position include the proper monitoring and operation of the chemical protection equipment associated with all boilers, turbines, and related steam generating equipment. This position is also responsible for the proper operation of the water treatment plant for the production of de-ionized and filtered water. Additional responsibilities for this position also include bulk chemical handling and unloading of chemical trucks, proper operation and support of all environmental equipment, and developing and distributing chemistry reports or other technical guidance. This role will also support all chemistry related projects and provide leadership and technical assistance on chemistry related issues to plant personnel. Partial relocation may be available for this position.

Duties include:

  • Maintain chemical protection of all boilers, turbines, and related steam generating equipment and provide technical support for operations.

  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the water treatment plant for production of de-ionized and filtered water.

  • Calibrate and maintain all laboratory equipment and instrumentation.

  • Operate and maintain condensate polishing equipment.

  • Conduct sampling of water, fuel, wastewater, or other items as needed.

  • Monitor and maintain all environmental controls equipment under the responsibility of the Laboratory Department.

  • Perform analytical testing and monitor all plant effluents to assure compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.

  • Maintain bulk chemical and laboratory consumables inventory.

  • Oversee bulk chemical handling and transporting.

  • Develop and coordinate activities and resources in support of technical projects such as retrofits, equipment upgrades, and/or process changes.

Job Experience and Education

  • BS degree in Chemistry or other field of science with a MINIMIMUM of 12 semester hours in Chemistry required.

  • Experience and competency in the use, calibration and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation/equipment; knowledge of proper analytical methods and techniques.

  • Experience and competency in the proper operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Broad knowledge of analytical, inorganic, environmental and water chemistries

  • Detailed knowledge of chemical treatment methods and operation of water treatment plant is preferred

  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems, read and understand schematic diagrams and identify plant water process problems

  • Proficiency in various Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Other Attributes

  • Effective oral and written communication skills; demonstrates initiative; safety-minded; values continuous learning and teamwork; must be able to adapt to changing work requirements; must be able to work with limited supervision.

Other requirements

  • This position requires five 8-hour workdays, including weekend and holiday support. Must be available for call-outs, nights, overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required.

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.

For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benets will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 13049

Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Alabama Power

Job ID: 484519284
Originally Posted on: 7/9/2025

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