Chemical / Environmental Technician - Martin Lake Power Plant

Company: Vistra Corporate Services Company
Location: Tatum
Posted on: May 10, 2025

Job Description:

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.Job SummarySupports 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.

**LEVEL OF POSITION WILL BE DETERMINED BY APPLICABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE.Job DescriptionKey Accountabilities

• Use Experience to make important decisions concerning vital equipment and take action when appropriate.
• Communicate problems concerning chemical/environmental upsets and assist in solving these issues with management and operations.
• Comprehensive understanding of all facility environmental permits and chemistry guidelines and the required documentation for compliance demonstration.
• Ensures E-PMs, PMs, CEMS daily checks and calibrations are completed on all required equipment.
• Ensures all reporting events are accurately and consistently recorded and the records are maintained as required.
• Responsible for permit required reporting submission (Emissions Inventory, EDR Review, Annual Water Usage, etc.).
• Assumes lead role in CAVS and assuring action items are completed on time.
• Provides mentoring to less experienced techs and fosters an atmosphere that promotes teamwork.
• Recommend and assist on O&M and capital projects from planning through completion through documentation and leadership roles.
• Assists in contractor oversight on special chemical and environmentally related projects.
• Have the ability to troubleshoot low voltage circuits and PLC issues.
• Develops a thorough understanding of the feed water cycle, water treatment systems, lab testing, scrubber performance, condenser inspections and associated instrumentation.
• Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting and resolution of chemical/environmental control and instrumentation systems.Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
  • Related chemical/environmental experience
  • Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
  • Proficiency in water chemistry operations highly preferred.
  • Computer software applications Knowledge preferred (Maximo, PI, PHD, Stack Vision, Fleet Vision, Microsoft, etc.)
  • AC/DC electronics, and electrical troubleshooting knowledge preferred.
  • 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 .Key Metrics
    • Develop a deeper knowledge base in at least one core discipline (air, water, waste, chemistry) and be the site SME in that discipline.
    • Demonstrates high competence in all core disciplines.
    • Demonstrated ownership and accountability of projects from planning through completion.
    • Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule and manage outside contractors.
    • Ability to assess new technologies and make recommendations as needed.
    • Ability to troubleshoot equipment and know when/where to get help when needed.
    • Completion of the I&C cross training checklist.Job FamilyPlant OperationsCompanyLuminant Generation Company LLCLocationsTatum, TexasTexasWe are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site. It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

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