Fire and Safety Technician WMCG

Wellstar Health System

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Wellstar is seeking a Fire and Safety Technician to assist and advise the Safety Manager on all fire and safety concerns on Augusta University Health property. This role serves as a liaison to the local fire department, safety personnel, and inspectors, ensuring life safety measures are in place and enforced. The technician will maintain documentation on inspections and provide reports as required by management and appropriate committees. Wellstar is a leading healthcare system in Georgia, dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of the communities it serves.

Requirements

High School Diploma General or GED General or Associates
GADL - Georgia Driver's License or VSDL - Valid State Driver's License
Minimum 1 year healthcare setting, similar safety role, law enforcement or military.
Experience in fire safety
Good communication skills
Experience in chemical handling and disposal

Nice To Haves

DOT Hazardous, RCRA, Hazwoper, OSHA Upon Hire Preferred
Minimum 3 years similar safety role in healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Conducts emergency drills and procedures: Code Red drills (All shifts); fire compartments; evacuation plans.
Practices safe work procedures.
Assists Fire Department and/or First Responders.
Teaches/trains staff on emergency procedures: inservice on Code Red drills.
Speaks on hospital policies and procedures at events/orientations.
Maintains appropriate safety documentation and testing records: EOC trending information; all water intrusion/air quality reports; chemical spills; Code Red activations; all fire protection documentation (fire extinguishers); SDS records and updates as needed; safety inspection records of all construction sites.
Complies with safety and training policies and procedures: attends required monthly OSHA section safety meetings.
Attends annual safety trainings and updates.
Provides training to departments for fire prevention, hazardous waste, and safety related items.
Practices safe work habits and follows procedures.
Encourages and promotes a safe working environment.
Hazardous Waste Management: collects, transports, and stores chemical waste.
Collects batteries, mercury lamps, and materials used in clean up for waste disposal/recycle.
Reviews and signs waste manifest for waste collection.
Conducts inspections: eyewash stations, emergency lights, safety showers, elevators, and mechanical rooms.
Environmental of Care Rounding: PICR, ICRA, ISLM, construction weekly inspections.
Conducts safety surveys and lab inspections.
Checks decontamination equipment and tank.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.