Emergency Response Team Leader

Contract Safety Professionals•Clay, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Contract Safety Professionals LLC is seeking an Emergency Response Team Leader for a confidential client in the semiconductor industry located in Clay, NY. The EHS Emergency Services Technician Lead plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and well -being of employees and the protection of company assets. This position is responsible for providing immediate response to emergency situations, including medical incidents, hazardous material events, and other safety -related emergencies. The technician coordinates mitigation efforts, ensures thorough documentation, and maintains emergency response equipment. The role also includes routine safety inspections and active participation in safety improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Associate’s or degree in Emergency Services or related field.
5+ years’ experience in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) License or equivalent field
Ability to work 12 -hour shifts (3 days on/4 days off and 4 days on/3 days off), progress between day and night shifts every 4 months, and adapt to different shifts and overtime as needed to support business operations
Must be able to regularly lift 25 -40 pounds, which accounts for about 10% of the job responsibilities.
Stand for up to 10 hours per shift and walk intermittently (1 -5 miles per shift) to fulfill job requirements.
2+ years’ experience with SAP, Enablon, or similar incident tracking systems.
SCBA, SKA, and APR respiratory protection
HAZMAT response
Confined space/high angle rescue

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Services or related field.
4+ years experience in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) License or equivalent field
4+ years experience with SAP, Enablon, or similar incident tracking systems.

Responsibilities

Respond to medical emergencies, chemical spills/leaks, gas releases, HAZMAT incidents, and confined space/high angle rescues.
Serve as Emergency Response Team (ERT) Captain and direct all response personnel during emergencies.
Document incidents and maintain and inspect emergency response tools and equipment.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols including PPE, lockout/tagout (CoHE), and chemical handling.
Perform safety checks, report issues, support hazard prevention, and help improve safety, efficiency, and overall workplace quality.
Apply and review Job Hazard Analyses (JHA/JSA).
Communicate important shift updates and work with other teams to solve safety and equipment issues.
Participate in meetings, provide feedback, and contribute to area improvement efforts.
Lead or support safety -related projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with scope while monitoring and analyzing safety and equipment data to identify trends and resolve issues.
Support cost reduction and quality improvement efforts through data -driven decision -making and perform preventive maintenance and complete work orders.
Stand for up to 10 hours per shift and walk intermittently (1 -5 miles per shift) to fulfill job requirements.
Use skills in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Excel) to efficiently complete tasks.
Direct and manage all emergency response personnel during active incidents to ensure safety and compliance with protocols.
Ensure the protection and safeguarding of employees and company assets during emergency and non -emergency situations.