Environmental Chemist

Career in regulatory compliance

8 years experience in technical and analytical work
Detailed knowledge of chemical treatment methods and operation of a water treatment facility
Broad knowledge of organic and inorganic water chemistries
Experience in chemical analysis of water, fuels and coal ash
Working knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations regarding air, water and solid waste
Trained on evaluating SPCC and FRP plans regarding oil spills and response to oil spills
 Trained on evaluating ESC plans and NPDES permitting guidelines regarding stormwater
Trained on CEMS equipment for monitoring air emissions and opacity
Demonstrated leadership, organizational skills and planning including research for graduate thesis combined with teaching high school students, as well as management of 14 person staff
Strong oral, written, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to relate to all levels of an organization
Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills on a wide variety of instrumentation and industrial issues
Proficient in using Microsoft applications and Maximo
Serve as Emergency Response Team Member
Trained and certified to perform opacity readings

Tuskegee University
M.S. in Chemistry (2011)

Auburn University Montgomery
B.S in Physical Science with Chemistry Option (2007)

Visual Emissions Evaluation Certification
Emergency Response Rescue Recovery Certification

Assist in monitoring plant environmental/safety/health regulations to assure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding air, water and solid wastes, as well as, OSHA safety and health requirements.
Operate and maintain a water treatment plant, consisting of ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, and EDI for the production of demineralized water for power plant processes.
Provide chemical protection to the boiler, turbine, and related auxiliary equipment by minimizing corrosion and water side deposits in steam cycle components.
Maintain proper water chemistry limits in the boiler, and cooling water chemistry cycle by collecting and performing analytical analysis of boiler water samples and taking any necessary corrective actions.
Evaluate problems, write necessary work orders, oversee or perform the work required to water treatment plant and water chemistry system equipment.
Manage laboratory and bulk chemicals by maintaining inventory and writing purchase requisitions for supplies.
Perform calibrations, maintenance, and maintain laboratory and environmental instrumentation to ensure accuracy.