Responsibilities

Industrial Firefighter

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! INDUSTRIAL FIREFIGHTERS FULL-TIME Opportunity

Starting annual pay with EMR / EMT $43,472 - $50,427 (hourly paid position)

We are hiring Industrial Firefighters with a passion for firefighting and patient care combined with the drive to succeed and deliver high-quality care.

Job Summary :

Industrial Firefighters under direct supervision train and participate in duties and related responsibilities of an emergency and / or hazardous nature in fire suppression and emergency operations in an industrial facility.

Although firefighting and rescue work are the most difficult and responsible areas of activity, the major portion of time is spent drilling and studying methods, techniques, and organization, and in routine duties in the care and maintenance of customer property and equipment.

This is considered a safety sensitive position and is subject to both, the Company’s and the Client’s Industrial Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy, which includes : pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing and follow-up testing.

Minimum Required Qualifications :

• 18 years old.
• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED certificate.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 1 year part time experience with a recognized all risk Volunteer Fire Department OR
• Six Months full time experience with a professional department.
• Must possess a Transportation Security Administration’s Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
• Must possess EMR, EMT-B, EMT-A or Paramedic (dependent on contractual obligations).
• Must possess AHA CPR / AED credentials.
• Physical Agility Fitness Test (Initial Hire and Annually).
• Certificate of completion for a Firefighter 1 Academy, OR
• State FF1 certification / Volunteer Firefighter Certification, OR
• NFPA 1081, Industrial Fire Brigade Member, OR
• Military Fire Fighter Equivalent

Responsibilities :

• Responds to fires with their company in a timely, safe and skilled manner, and participates in control of fires through hose and nozzle work, use of hand tools or a combination of these methods.
• Quickly follows established Company procedures when responding to emergencies as well as instructions given at the emergency scene.
• Correctly and promptly uses all relevant apparatus, tools, and equipment.
• Remains calm and poised in all emergency situations and gains rapid control over the problem at hand.
• Administers first aid to injured parties at their appropriate level of training.
• Quickly analyzes situations where life safety is threatened and applies the correct treatment.
• Safely operates Company vehicles, and equipment as directed.
• Assists in the maintenance of fire and rescue apparatus, tools, and equipment keeping such apparatus, tools, and equipment in good operating and safe condition by competently and efficiently performing maintenance and testing tasks.
• Keeps the company base and related grounds, facilities, and supplies in a clean, orderly and useable condition.
• Performs routine non-firefighting work tasks, such as working on Company records, timecards and other related paperwork.
• Functions satisfactorily as a team member of a fire company at any emergency or non-emergency scene, and willingly accepts their share of the work required.
• Able to meet the physical requirements required to perform firefighting tasks.
• Projects a positive attitude and image to the client as a fire service professional to meet the client’s needs.
• Works effectively in following policies and procedures.

Our Benefits

MEDICAL - GMR offers four different plan options, allowing you to select the right option for you and your family. Our plans cover the full cost of preventive services and include in-network prescription drug coverage.

Our high-deductible plans allow you to open and contribute to a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA). We also offer Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), allowing you to set aside tax-free dollars for certain expenses.

RETIREMENT - We offer a 401(k) retirement plan to eligible employees and a company match of 50% of your contributions, up to 8% of your compensation continued.

For certain employees who face 401(k) contribution limitations due to higher income levels, we also offer a deferred compensation plan and match.

We also offer financial counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and retirement plan vendor.

VISION - Our two vision plan options cover exams, lenses and frames, and contacts in lieu of eyewear.

TELEMEDICINE - GMR provides a telemedicine benefit through Teladoc for our employees and their dependents. Teladoc offers convenient phone and video care for many medical conditions for a low, fixed copay.

DENTAL - We offer two dental plans, including a plan that covers orthodontics.

SURVIVOR BENEFITS - GMR provides company paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance. In addition, we offer an option to buy additional coverage for you, your spouse and your children at affordable rates.

INCOME PROTECTION - We offer company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance to protect a portion of your income in case of disability or extended illness.

VOLUNTARY BENEFIT OPTIONS - We offer a variety of other optional benefits including financial wellness services, legal coverage, identity theft protection and more.

The benefits listed apply to most core non-union positions. Union position benefits are dictated by their specific Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Last updated : 2024-04-10