Position Information
Position Information
Working Title | Water Analyst |
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Department | UO Husker Energy & Power-12300 |
Requisition Number | S_231112 |
Posting Open Date | 11/27/2023 |
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 02/23/2024 |
Posting Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Description of Work | Ranked as one of the Best Employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year. This position will manage, execute, provide functional expertise and training on water, wastewater and steam chemistry, environmental and chemical safety policies and training programs at the University’s two central utility plants and multiple stand-alone facilities including cooling towers, thermal energy storage tanks, renewal energy systems, and other campus facilities. This includes developing and proposing program-wide operational and equipment plans, managing day-to-day plant water chemistry testing and treatment programs, functional supervision of staff associated with these programs, ensuring plant-wide compliance with all applicable safety protocols, and the acquisition and management of contracted services and supplies and equipment with these activities. Must be available by telephone to address work related issues and may be required to perform work in addition to and outside of the normal scheduled shift 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This may include emergency situations, coverage of shifts, or other operational needs, either on short notice or with advance notice. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination. |
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or other related technical discipline plus two (2) years of work experience in one or more of the following: institutional environment, power plant, large industrial production facility, marine engineer (2AE or higher), navy steam propulsion, plant chemist. Equivalent education/experience considered. Experience in water treatment testing techniques, analysis, diagnostics, and successful remediation including the operations of water treatment equipment such as demineralizers, softeners, polishers, iron filters, RO systems, chemical pumps, etc. necessary. Must have knowledge of mechanical equipment and systems associated with central heating/cooling plants. Must have ability to communicate effectively and apply the theoretical principles of chemistry and water treatment. Must be proficient at computer software and programs. Must be familiar with general safety and hazardous material management practices for industrial water treatment chemicals. Must have ability to develop and manage financial budget for chemistry and vendor contracts. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirement. (this differs but is the newest approved statement) |
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or other related technical discipline preferred. Plus five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following: institutional environment, power plant, large industrial production facility, marine engineer (2AE or higher), navy steam propulsion, plant chemist helpful. |
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes |
Physical Required | Yes |
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No |
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes |
Posted Salary | Salary commensurate with experience |
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. |
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Please call Human Resources at 402-472-3101 |
Job Category (old) | Office/Service |
Job Type | Full-Time |
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | |
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE |
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
If Temporary, indicate end date | |
Planned Hire Date: | |
Appointment End Date |
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