Plant Chemist
OGE Energy
- Location
- Newcastle, OK, US, 73065-3600
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $62.6k – $78.3k/yr
- H-1B history
- 1 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
About this role
JOB INFORMATION
Job Title: Plant Chemist I Job Code: 127990 Job Grade: 39 JOB SUMMARY
Performs environmental and chemistry-related functions at a power plant to support efficient operation and environmental compliance. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
Routine duties based on detailed instruction. Works under direct supervision. Responds to routine questions and problems within standards and guides. Follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensures compliance with safety policies and promotes a safety culture by modeling behaviors consistent with Incident and Injury Free (IIF). Performs basic environmental compliance functions. Performs basic water treatment operation. Performs basic boiler chemistry control and cooling water chemistry control. Serve as a technical resource to plant personnel. Company representative in Environmental agency inspections (e.g., EPA, ODEQ, Corporation Commission). All other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry; Or Bachelor's Degree in Science with Two 2 years chemistry experience (i.e. Environmental laboratory, regulatory, Environmental consulting, equivalent military experience, Industrial Environmental, etc.). WORKING CONDITIONS
May require travel. May be required to work non-standard work schedules which includes overtime, weekends, holidays, on-call and call-outs. May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather. Required to work with multi-crafts crews and other groups. May work under hazardous conditions where physical danger exists due to mechanical equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - LIFTING AND OTHER WEIGHT REQMTS
General Requirements Occasionally:Sitting Occasionally:Pushing Occasionally:Pulling Occasionally:Reaching Occasionally:Repetitive Motions Frequently:Standing Frequently:Walking Frequently:Climbing Frequently:Stooping Frequently:Kneeling Frequently:Crouching Frequently:Grasping Frequently:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Lifting & Other Weight Requirements Occasionally:Lifting up to 50 lbs Occasionally:Carrying up to 50 lbs
SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Other – Some members in this position may be required to drive in order to perform their job duties. The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous materials; The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools; Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)
Ability to adopt and practice Incident and Injury Free (IIF) philosophy. Basic knowledge of the plants water treatment systems. Basic knowledge in plant cooling water systems. Basic knowledge of the plants environmental compliance and reporting. Ability to communicate with individuals at various levels throughout the organization. Basic computer skills using MS Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Access). Ability to read and understand environmental regulations, company policies and operating procedures. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude in the use of hand tools. Ability to take on additional responsibility. Demonstrates the ability manage plant RCRA waste.
HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)
Pre-Employment Drug Screen Pre-Employment Physical Audiogram Baseline Respiratory History Job Specific Physical Assessment This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.
SALARY RANGE
$62,587 - $78,333