ES&S Technician

Dow•Orange, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow is hiring an ES&S Technician in Orange, Texas, to provide emergency response and security services to Sabine River Operations. The position supports a site operating 24/7/365 and includes regular inspection and maintenance of ES&S equipment to maintain readiness and regulatory compliance. The role is responsible for ensuring that ES&S work processes are delivered and maintained throughout the site. The technician serves as the primary EMT while on shift and responds to emergencies including fire, hazardous materials incidents, rescue, and medical emergencies. The role also involves fixed fire protection inspection and repair, emergency response equipment inspections, medical care, air monitoring, rescue planning, and security monitoring, reporting, and response. The technician must be trained and knowledgeable enough to fill emergency roles, including Incident Commander. This is a 12-hour rotating-shift position. It requires working in demanding emergency environments and meeting the physical demands of an Industrial Emergency Response Team member.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience in emergency response and/or medical services, or equivalent work experience.
Current, valid U.S. driver’s license.
Possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain one.
Have or be willing to earn EMT-Basic and HazMat Technician certifications.
Ability to work legally in the United States; visa sponsorship or support is not available.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodations, including working in stressful environments, at varying heights, and in required personal protective equipment.
Ability to carry 50 pounds a distance of 100 feet.
Ability to work at heights of 4 feet or more and use PPE, including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300 pounds.
Critical thinking and ability to remain calm and respond effectively under stress.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in Environmental, Safety, Security, and Sustainability.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Word and Excel, and ability to learn new systems quickly.
Effective oral and written communication, reading comprehension, and active listening skills.
Strong multitasking and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary EMT while on shift.
Respond to emergency events, including fire, hazardous materials incidents, rescues, and medical emergencies.
Be trained and maintain the working knowledge to fill emergency roles, including Incident Commander.
Provide medical care to injured or ill people during emergency response situations.
Consult with Medical Staff after hours when appropriate and notify the Incident Commander when injured or ill personnel need transport to offsite medical facilities.
Inspect and repair fixed fire protection systems.
Inspect site emergency response equipment.
Maintain knowledge of the medical supplies and equipment in the ambulance.
Maintain knowledge of air-monitoring instrumentation and techniques, and monitor emergency scenes to help establish a Hot Zone when asked.
Develop plans for rescuing personnel from safe and ventilation-controlled spaces.
Carry out security monitoring, reporting, and response processes in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
Maintain required Emergency Response and Security training and readiness.

Benefits

Competitive base pay and bonus opportunity, with locally relevant incentives.
Programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social well-being.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources.
Employee stock purchase programs, subject to location availability.
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program in the U.S.
Medical and life insurance packages, with a variety of coverage options; travel insurance is available in certain locations.
Training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team-building opportunities.
Role-based workplace flexibility to support productivity and personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
Paid time off to care for sick or injured family members.
Paid time off for volunteering and Employee Resource Group participation.
Employee Wellbeing Portal.
On-site fitness facilities, subject to location availability.
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships, and more.
Some locations may offer transportation allowances, meal subsidies or vouchers, and carbon-neutral transportation incentives.