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Wacker Chemical Firefighter Job Details | Wacker Chemie AG in United States
Firefighter Job Details | Wacker Chemie AG
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Date: Aug 15, 2024
Location: Charleston
Company: Wacker Polysilicon N.A., LLC
Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.
To strengthen our team inCharleston,
we are looking for you as a(n)Firefighter.
The Firefighter will perform firefighting and emergency medical response activities to protect life and property. He/She will respond to a variety of fire, emergency, and non-emergency calls for service. The Firefighter will be responsible for providing technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility as well as promote fire safety and enforce fire safety standards throughout the plant.
Job Responsibilities:
Responding immediately and safely to emergency calls and requests for assistance
Performing emergency medical services as an AEMT; minimizing distress and suffering, including giving first aid before ambulance crews arrive
Attending emergency incidents including fires, accidents, floods, spillages of dangerous substances, etc.
Performing all phases of fire suppression work, ventilation, overhaul, salvage and clean-up activities at incident scene
Conducting search and rescue as a member of a team
Safeguarding their own and other people's personal safety at all times
Assisting in the performance of periodic Uniform Fire Code inspections of industrial and commercial businesses and places of assembly
Assisting in the enforcement of the fire prevention codes by following through and documenting violations in need of corrective action
Responding quickly to unforeseen circumstances as they arise
Operating and driving a fire department vehicle in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, departmental rules, and regulations
Maintaining records and logs of work
Preparing statistical and analytical reports as required
Taking time to become familiar with roads and buildings around the plant in order to respond to emergency calls with the utmost speed and efficiency
Inspecting and maintaining the fire engine, rescue squad, and related apparatus
Assisting in the inspection, maintenance, and testing of portable and fixed fire suppression and extinguishing systems and equipment
Undertaking drills and physical training and taking part in training on techniques
Maintaining the level of physical fitness necessary to carry out all the duties of a firefighter
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Minimum H.S. diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required; Associate's degree or higher preferred
Minimum for 5 years of experience as a Firefighter. Firefighter II certification. EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic; Hazardous material Operations or Hazardous material Technician.
Possession of a valid Fire Fighter 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
Hazardous Material Operations course preferred
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
What do we offer?
WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.
WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.
Compensation and Incentive plans
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
Paid parental leave
Wellbeing fund
Flexible hybrid work arrangements
401(k) with company match
Education Assistance Program
Career development and advancement opportunities
Support for Community Involvement
We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 27426
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).
WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.