General Supervisor - Chemistry And Environmental Job In Welch Minnesota

Summary

This position is responsible for leadership and direction of the Chemistry and Environmental Group at the Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the development, coordination, and implementation of chemical treatment programs and environmental programs at a nuclear generating power plant. This person is also responsible for reinforcing safe work practices, control of department budget, interfacing with other plant work groups and other duties as assigned. May fill in for the Chemistry and Enviornmental Manager.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain primary, secondary and auxiliary laboratory operations at the highest levels of performance and quality control.
  
• Provide oversight of the permitted environmental programs including; NPDES, Air Quality, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, Hazardous Waste, Above Ground Storage Tanks, Underground Storage Tanks, Cultural Resources Management Plan, and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure programs.
  
• Supervise, direct, monitor and coach chemistry staff direct reports.
  
• Provide oversight and supervision to Chemistry Specialists.
  
• Interface and coordinate with plant operations, maintenance, engineering and planning groups to efficiently maintain both reactor and steam plant water chemistry within specifications.
  
• Support industry accreditation of the Chemistry Technician program and provide focused leadership in achieving group, site and company goals and objectives.

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, radiation protection or related discipline, or the equivalent in education and experience.
• Five years experience in chemistry with at least one year in radiochemistry preferred.
• Candidates must satisfy all Company and Nuclear Regulatory Commission security requirements.
• Must be available to work overtime on regular basis and support the Emergency Response Organization.
• Extensive overtime required during maintenance and refueling outages and backshift support may be assigned.
• Prior Nuclear Power Plant experience is highly desired.
• Some travel (<10%) may be involved to support Xcel Energy objectives.
• The successful candidate must be willing to live within 60 minutes of the nuclear plant in order to meet the Emergency Response Plan requirements.