ES&S Technologist

Dow•South Charleston, WV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a ES&S Technologist (Shift Incident Commander) at WVO-West Virginia Operations in South Charleston, WV. In this role, you will help implement the Emergency Services and Security (ES&S) management system to meet business objectives and maintain the site’s license to operate. You will provide hands-on emergency services and security support for the facility, apply technical and operational expertise across a variety of assignments, and serve as an informal resource for less experienced team members as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Minimum of 6 years of experience with an emergency response organization, such as fire, emergency medical service, or industrial safety/emergency services or related experience
National Registry EMT
Valid U.S. driver’s license
Willing and able to support after-hours needs outside of typical 8-5
You must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card within 6 months of hire.
Minimum requirement for this U.S.-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Nice To Haves

3 years of experience in municipal fire inspection, industrial safety, or related field.
Current certification as a State of West Virginia, Firefighter II, Hazardous Materials Operations, Rope Rescue, EVOC, and NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
IFSAC/ProBoard Driver-Operator, Confined Space Rescue, Fire Officer 1, Hazmat Technician, Hazmat IC, Incident Safety Officer, and NIMS 300 and 400 certifications.
Knowledge of the UCC (Uniform Construction Code), OSHA 1910 standards, and NFPA standards.
Certification as an emergency services instructor in fire, EMS, or hazmat, with demonstrated ability to conduct training and speak publicly in front of groups.

Responsibilities

Respond to alarms, medical emergencies, rescues, hazardous materials incidents, fires, mutual aid calls, and other site emergencies; prepare accurate incident reports.
Lead emergency response efforts as Shift Chief or Response Team Leader, establish unified command during incidents, and assume assigned roles within the National Incident Management System.
Help protect the facility from fire and other hazards by inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire protection systems and safety equipment.
Serve as a primary contact for site security officers; manage and de-escalate security issues and consult with local authorities when appropriate.
Develop and maintain emergency plans, pre-incident strategies, and related documentation to support site readiness.
Conduct fire and safety training, behavior-based evaluations, and compliance inspections; follow up on corrective actions as needed.
Participate in planning, training, and coordination of emergency response teams and corporate outreach initiatives; maintain professional communication with management, community representatives, and public officials.
Work a 12-hour rotating shift, including holidays, and respond to emergency callbacks in adverse weather or other urgent conditions.
Use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and email for reporting, documentation, and communication.
Perform tasks independently or as part of a team while following industrial safety rules, practices, and site expectations.
Serve as an out-of-hours contact for community issues and safety consultations, and perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs.
Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)