Firefighter

Wacker Chemie AG•Charleston, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

WACKER is a global chemical manufacturer that prides itself on “Creating Tomorrow’s Solutions”. WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it’s protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking a Firefighter for our onsite Fire Department at our site in Charleston, TN.

Requirements

Minimum H.S. diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
5 years of experience as a professional firefighter
Possession of a valid Fire Fighter I & II certificate required
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license required
Possession of an appropriate, valid C.P.R. certificate required
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician License required
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with others
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow Team Members
Ability to use the computer to keep simple records and prepare reports
Possess a strong mechanical aptitude and be skilled in operation of heavy emergency equipment
Ability to perform heavy manual labor
Possess safety awareness
Have good judgment and problem-solving skills
Ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Responsibilities

Perform firefighting and emergency medical response activities to protect life and property.
Respond to a variety of fire, emergency, and non-emergency calls for service.
Provide technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
Promote fire safety and enforce fire safety standards throughout the plant.
Respond immediately and safely to emergency calls and requests for assistance.
Perform emergency medical services in relation to the individual’s level of licensure and Wacker medical protocols.
Attend emergency incidents including fires, accidents, floods, spillages of dangerous substances, etc.
Perform all phases of fire suppression work, ventilation, overhaul, salvage and clean-up activities at incident scene.
Conduct search and rescue as a member of a team.
Safeguard their own and other people’s personal safety at all times.
Assist in the performance of periodic Uniform Fire Code inspections of industrial and commercial businesses and places of assembly.
Assist in the enforcement of the fire prevention codes by following through and documenting violations in need of corrective action.
Operate and drive a fire department vehicle in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, departmental rules, and regulations.
Become familiar with roads and buildings around the plant in order to respond to emergency calls with the utmost speed and efficiency.
Assist in the inspection, maintenance, and testing of portable and fixed fire suppression and extinguishing systems and equipment.
Inspect and maintain department equipment and apparatus.
Prepare statistical and analytical reports as required.
Participate in training, continuing education, drills and physical training.
Maintain the level of physical fitness necessary to carry out all the duties of a firefighter.