What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter Trainee position at Chevron?
Chevron is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter Trainee located in El Segundo, California, through January 14, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time).
The firefighter position is a member of the professional Industrial Emergency Response Organization responsible for providing emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, confined space rescue services, fire prevention and suppression services for the Chevron El Segundo refinery. Under general supervision, job responsibilities include but are not limited to maintenance of fire apparatus, inspection of fire suppression systems and equipment, general hot work and confined space permitting, fights fires; mitigates hazardous materials emergencies; performs medical, rescue work, other non-fire emergency response work; participates in fire prevention inspections, station maintenance, training activities and performs the duties of an EMT1-BASIC. The successful candidate must be able to function under high pressure and stressful situations and be self-motivated.
Responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to:
- Responds and assists in mitigating petroleum and structural fires and participates in fire extinguishment, ventilation, salvage, rescue, and other operations; operates various firefighting/control equipment such as pumps, hoses, ladders, and extinguishers; lays hose lines and directs water streams onto fires.
- Provides emergency medical aid to individuals in need of such care; depending on qualifications, provides care consistent with standards and permitted procedures established for emergency medical treatment.
- Inspects, cleans, services, drives, and operates various firefighting equipment and apparatus; performs routine and preventative maintenance on equipment as necessary; assists in maintaining clean and orderly conditions in and about the fire station and training facility.
- Attends and participates in special drills and other training activities; may perform duties of a Fire Engineer in a training or relief capacity.
- Conducts inspections of public and commercial buildings for fire prevention and target hazard identification and review.
- May participate in special projects, develop and/or conduct training, and perform work assignments while serving on various committees; responds as required when called in from off-duty.
- When performing EMT1-BASIC duties responds to and may direct others at medical emergencies; treats patients; administers lifesaving/support techniques and systems; communicates with medical personnel regarding patient and/or procedural status; prepares related reports; inspects and maintains specialized equipment and supplies related to EMT1-BASIC activity.
- Environmental functions with an emphasis on awareness and prevention.
- Responds to hazardous material releases, confined space and high angled rescues, medical aids, and traumatic emergencies.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Class C Driver License.
- Must possess a current California EMT license.
- Must possess a California State Fire Marshal Certificate of Completion from a Firefighter 1 accredited academy.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Firefighter One (1).
- California Class-B Firefighter Commercial Driver License.
- State of California Hazardous Material Technician Certification.
- Industrial fire background.
- Must be able to obtain a Firefighters Endorsement License within the first six months of employment.
- Must be able to obtain a TWIC card within the first six months of employment.
- Must be able to obtain a State of California Hazardous Material Technician Certificate.
- Ability to pass Fit for Duty evaluation.
- Excels in strong organizational skills. Ability to take work direction and establish priorities to complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to work within the paramilitary structure of the fire department chain of command.
- Ability to work within a confined space as an operational rescue technician.
- Working knowledge of fire safety laws and ordinances; basic fire prevention and suppression techniques and practices.
- Ability to learn and apply firefighting principles and techniques; think and act quickly and efficiently in emergency situations; understand and apply mechanical and physical principles related to fire suppression.
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others; understand and follow verbal and written directions.
- The job is a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.
- This is a safety-sensitive position. If you are selected, Chevron employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a physical, drug & alcohol screening, and background check.
- This job requires Emergency Response as an essential function of the job and Fitness for Duty is assessed annually.
Relocation Options:
Relocation will not be considered within Chevron parameters.
International Considerations:
Expatriate assignments will not be considered.
Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions:
Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com .
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