Chemist
Locations
10100 E. Jefferson Ave. Detroit, MI 48214
3993 Metcalf Rd. Fort Gratiot Twp., MI 48059
Summary
We are looking for Chemists for our Water Works Park Treatment Facility and our Lake Huron Treatment Facility. In this role, you will conduct a variety of quantitative and qualitative chemical, microbiological, and physical analyses on drinking water to meet regulatory, quality control, and process control monitoring requirements. This position is responsible for monitoring drinking water treatment chemicals and filtration and oversees the low lift storage and transmission of drinking water as conditions and abilities warrant. This position requires progressive responsibility, knowledge, and skill regarding water treatment, monitoring regulations, administrative duties, and the production of regulatory reports.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform chemical, microbiological, toxicological, and physical analyses that include reagent and media preparation, instrument operation, calibration, maintenance checks and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC)
- Contribute to the record keeping and reporting (both electronically and hardcopy) of laboratory data, regulatory reporting, Monthly Operations Report, plant meetings, etc.
- Validate accurate readings from inline meters, particle counters, analyzer reagent change/replenishment, and verify local readings against sample analyses
- Monitor and control water treatment chemical processes and maintain regulatory compliance
- Solve difficult technical problems, devise solutions and apply new methods to water and wastewater treatment and laboratory analyses
- Participate in laboratory certification preparation and renewal
- Purchase laboratory supplies, equipment, consumables, and chemicals
- Participate in the chlorine leak response team
- Familiar with standard laboratory techniques and practices
- Knowledge of drinking water regulations and regulatory compliance
- Familiar with water treatment chemical processes
- Knowledge of safety standards in water treatment plants
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in chemistry or related science
- Must obtain a Michigan F3 license or Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator D Certification within two (2) years of Level 1 designation
- Meet all requirements to advance to a Chemist Level 2 within five (5) years of Level 1 designation
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package effective 30 days after employment, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401K, and team member discount programs.
Other Requirements:
Valid Driver’s License