Emergency Response Team Operator (Firefighter)
About The Position
HSBMA is seeking a Firefighter for its Emergency Response Team at the Kingston, Georgia facility. The ERT Member responds to workplace emergencies, conducts safety drills, and supports risk reduction in a high-tech industrial setting. The role requires knowledge of technical rescue and fire and emergency response, a proactive safety mindset, strong teamwork, and the ability to perform under pressure. The schedule is 24 hours on and 72 hours off, Sunday through Saturday. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship from HSBMA; the company does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. HSBMA is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- At least 1 to 3 years of consecutive experience in a metropolitan Fire/EMS Department.
- NPQ Firefighter I certification or equivalent.
- CPR/AED certification.
- Knowledge of fire tactics, fire operations, hazardous materials, technical rescue, ICS, emergency management, and fire suppression systems.
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions in accordance with applicable standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
- Ability to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear, and occasionally reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, bend, or crawl.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs. at all times and work in all environments, including IDLH environments, while wearing full PPE/SCBA, turnout gear, and Level A Haz-Mat suits.
- Strong problem-solving, quick decision-making, teamwork, and professional communication skills with people inside and outside the organization.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future HSBMA sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Prior military experience with an honorable discharge is encouraged.
- EMT-B, EMT-A, or Paramedic qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Respond to medical emergencies, fires, hazardous material spills, and other incidents within the plant.
- Administer first aid and CPR until emergency medical professionals arrive.
- Conduct fire suppression, hazardous material spill containment, confined space rescue, other technical rescues, and plant evacuations.
- Train employees on emergency response, fire extinguisher use, and hazard recognition, and train with government agencies and fire departments.
- Inspect and maintain emergency response equipment, including fire apparatus, truck equipment, firefighting PPE and SCBA, technical rescue equipment, and medical equipment.
- Assist in documenting and analyzing emergency incidents to improve response protocols.
- Ensure compliance with NFPA and company safety standards.
- Collaborate with EHS teams, plant leadership, and external emergency responders to enhance safety strategies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
