More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. “Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy” Summary Nuclear Chemistry Technicians ensure peak plant performance by collecting various system samples and performing laboratory analyses utilizing chemistry instruments and equipment. Responsibilities and Duties: + Operating and maintaining chemistry equipment, and analytical instruments + Responsible for documenting and logging chemistry data + Participate in a thorough chemistry training program + Sampling of radioactive and nonradioactive plant systems and analysis of the samples using laboratory instrumentation. Incumbent responsibilities include sampling of nuclear plant systems, water chemistry analysis, radiochemistry analysis, fuel oil analysis, instrument calibration/troubleshooting/ repair, chemical addition to systems, operation of chemistry related systems, lab QA/QC. + Implements and adheres to procedures and guidelines, which ensure the chemical control of plant systems and compliance with all regulatory requirements. All jobs must be performed in a safe and accurate manner. Working Conditions: + Candidate must be able to work rotating shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays) with multitask capabilities including interfacing with other groups without direct supervision. + Physical requirements include moving chemical drums via cart and climbing ladders greater than 50 feet. + Ability to wear/utilize SCBA, moderate work in outside environmental conditions, and normal use of senses. + Nuclear plant environment with exposure to cold, heat, noise, radiation, chemicals, and confined spaces. + Some travel that may include overnight travel. + Must qualify as an Emergency Response Organization (ERO) Environmental & Chemistry team member and live within 75 minutes of the plant. Basic / Required Qualifications: + Nuclear Chemistry Technician II + BA/BS degree in Chemistry or related science with 0-2 years of work-related experience. + AS degree in Chemistry or related science with greater than 2 years of work-related experience. + Engineering Lab Technician (ELT) with 0-2 years of work-related experience. + Nuclear Chemistry Technician III + BA/BS degree in Chemistry or related science with 1-2 years of work-related experience of which at least 1 year in the nuclear industry. + AS degree in Chemistry or related science with 2-4 years of work-related experience of which at least 2 years in the nuclear industry. + Engineering Lab Technician (ELT) with 1-2 years of work-related experience of which at least 4 years in the nuclear industry. Desired Qualifications: + Experience with Operation and maintenance of the following equipment: + Ion Chromatography (IC) + Flame and Furnace AA / ICP + Gas Chromatography + Liquid Scintillation counter + TOC analyzers + Spectrophotometers + Gamma Spectroscopy + Experience with Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Access, etc.) + One semester of English composition or technical writing + Previous nuclear plant chemistry or related experience + Experience with the use of a Chemistry Data Management System + Experience with the generation of liquid and gaseous release permits + Strong team player with a focus on continual improvement + For North Carolina positions “NC Biological Wastewater Treatment Class “I” or “II”” Specific Requirements: + Must be able to obtain Nuclear Access + Respiratory physical + Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds + Ability to meet Chemistry essential job functions (climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling, ability to wear protective equipment, etc.) + This role requires the use of weight rated equipment, with max ratings ranging from 275lbs to 325lbs, in order to meet the essential functions of the job. 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