Firefighter

Wieland North America • East Alton, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material. Wieland's Cultural Values Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety , ambition , optimism , reliability , ownership , diversity , & respect . Wieland is hiring a Firefighter . The firefighter will perform firefighting duties, emergency medical treatment services, and rescue work in emergency situations in a manner consistent with Wieland’s organizational values. The Firefighter role supports the Fire Captain, Battalion Chief, and Fire Chief with all duties assigned to provide protection to all employees and company property. This role is located in East Alton, IL and will be fully on-site. Starting Pay: $25.64/hr. to $25.64/hr. Schedule: Rotating 12 hour schedule with built in overtime Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of eperience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Firefighter Certification from at least one of the following: Illinois State Fire Marshal – Firefighter II, or Illinois State Fire Marshal – Basic Firefighter Operations, or IFSAC/Pro-Board Certification – Industrial Firefighter
• Valid Driver’s License (Class B) with a clean driving record.
• EMT/EMR License through the Illinois Department of Public Health.
• CPR/AED credentials as required for the EMT/EMR license.
• HAZMAT (HAZWOPER) Training & Certification 24-Hours – New hires 8-Hours – Annually
• Respiratory Protection Training & Certification – New hires/annually/fit test
• Confined Space/Rope Rescue – New hires/annually
• Successful completion of an annual comprehensive medical evaluation and physical examination which includes cardiac stress testing
• Strong communication skills

Nice To Haves

• A two (2) year college or university degree is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, medical and other emergency calls as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance on firefighting equipment and property to ensure it is always in good working condition.
• Perform regular inspections of fire hydrants, extinguishers, firefighting equipment, and other life-saving equipment to ensure they are in proper working order in all East Alton Wieland facilities.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay updated on firefighting techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Work collaboratively with other emergency response teams.
• Perform duties with a high level of integrity, responsibility, and commitment to safety.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• 401(k) contribution + match.
• Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED