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Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.
Dowhas an exciting job opportunity as aSr. Emergency Services and Security Technician (Shift Incident Commander) at BCO- Bristol-Croydon Operations Site. Bristol, PA.
In this role, you will share responsibility for the implementation of the emergency services and security (ES&S) management systemin order tomeet businessobjectivesand tomaintainthe license tooperate. You will provide hands-on emergency services and security activities for a specific plant. You will alsobe requiredto have fullproficiencyin a range of technical, operational, or analytical/scientific processes and procedures through job-related training and considerableon the jobexperience to perform a variety of work assignments. At times, you will act as an informal resource for team members with less experience.
Responsibilities / Duties
1. Maintain professional communication and interpersonal skills while interacting with management, community, and public officials.
2. Utilize Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and email for reporting and documentation.
3. Work a 24-hour rotating shift, including holidays, and respond to emergency call-backs in adverse weather.
4. Perform tasks independently or as part of a team, ensuring compliance with industrial safety rules and practices.
5. Protect facility from fire and hazards; inspect, test, andmaintainfire protection systems and safety equipment.
6. Serve as primary contact for site security officers; manage and de-escalate security issues and liaise with local authorities.
7. Participate in planning, training, and coordination of emergency response teams and corporate outreach initiatives.
8. Respond to alarms, medical emergencies, rescues, hazardous materials, fires, and mutual aid calls; prepare incident reports.
9. Develop andmaintainemergency plans and pre-incident strategies; assume roles within the National Incident Command System.
10. Lead emergency response efforts as Shift Chief or Response Team Leader;establishunified command during incidents.
11. Conduct fire/safety training, behavior-based evaluations, and compliance inspections; follow up on corrective actions.
12. Act as out-of-hours contact for community issues and safety consultations; performadditionalduties as assigned.
13. Additionalduties asrequiredand expected of Sr. ES&S Technicians
Required Qualifications
14. High School Diploma,GEDor equivalent
15. A minimum of 6 years’ experience with an emergency response organization (fire, emergency medical service, or industrial safety / emergency services).
16. Mustpossessor be able to obtaincertification as a Pennsylvaniaor National Registry EMT(Emergency Medical Technician)within first year of hire
17. FireFighterII, Hazardous Material Operations, Rope Rescue, EVOC, and NIMS100, 200, 700, and 800.
18. Must have a valid driver’s license for the state in which the candidateresides.
19. Must alreadypossessor obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within first year of hire
20. Work a 24-hour rotating shift, including holidays, and respond to emergency call-backs in adverse weather
21. orwithin 6 months of hire.
22. A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.
Preferred Qualifications
23. 3 years’ experience in municipal fire inspection, industrial safety, or related field.
24. IFSAC /ProBoardDriver-Operator, Confined Space Rescue, Fire Officer 1, Hazmat Technician, Hazmat IC, Incident Safety Officer, NIMS 300 and 400.
25. Have knowledge of the UCC (Uniform Construction Code), OSHA 1910 standards, and NFPA standards.
26. Certification as emergency services instructor in fire, EMS, hazmat and havedemonstratedability to conduct training and speak publicly in front of groups.
Your Skills
27. Communication: Goodwritten and verbal communication skills along with strong public speaking skills
28. Decision Making:Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound decisions amidst regularly shifting priorities.
29. Multitasking: Must have strongmulti-tasking, problemsolvingand time management skills.
30. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work:The individual should have the ability todeterminetheir own day-to-day schedule withoutsetguidance
31. Risk Awareness:Has the ability toidentify, evaluate, and prioritize the risks and follow up with coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize,monitor, and mitigateimpactof unfortunate events.
32. Safety Awareness:Safety mindset and willingness to learn.
Physical Demands
Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonableaccommodations:
33. Must be able tolift upto 50 lbs.
34. Must be comfortable with moving, climbing, walking, and twisting consistent with a large variety of positionsutilizedto operate equipment and work on the ground and sedentarytypework from a computer workstation.
35. Candidate must be clean shaven
36. Must be able to wear self-contained breathing apparatus
37. Physically & mentally able to work in stressful environments including, but not limitedto:confined spaces, low visibility, fully encapsulated PPE, andextremeclose proximityto others.
38. Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights. Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at heights.
39. The successful candidate mustsubmitto and pass a company provided physical exam, drug screening, physical agility test, and a background check prior to appointment to the position.
Additional Notes
40. This position does not offer relocationassistance.
41. Location: Onsite role in Bristol/Croydon, PA
Benefits – What Dow offers you
We invest in you.
Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.
Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:
42. Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
43. Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
44. Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
45. Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
46. Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
47. Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
48. Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
49. Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
50. Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
51. Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
52. Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
53. Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
54. On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
55. Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
56. Additionally, some of our locations might offer:Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)
Join our team, we can make a difference together.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting.
As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career.