Fire & EMS Technician

About the role

Become part of an all-hazards risk team. During the assigned shift, the Fire & EMS Technician is responsible for responding to medical, fire, technical rescue, and hazardous material related emergencies. The Fire & EMS Technician will support the site day-to-day operations with employee engagement and training, and promote continuous improvement of overall Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies consistent with fire suppression for a 2,500-acre campus, over 11 million sqft of manufacturing space, a cathode facility, crash test area, wildland space, and growing
• Respond to confined space, trench, rescue, high-angle rescue, and entrapments
• Respond to hazardous material incidents to contain and mitigate life and environmental hazards
• Provide basic/advanced life support during medical emergencies associated with trauma, chemical exposure, or medical emergencies
• Collaborate with On Site Medical (OSM) team to ensure the best possible patient care and outcome
• Support stakeholders with emergency action plans, emergency drills, and emergency communication
• Provide detailed verbal, written, and computer reports pertaining to condition and care of patients
• Organize, file, and maintain safety documentation (e.g., one note records, pass down logs); ensure all support documentation is collected for event reports
• Maintain a strong presence throughout the site engaging with shop stakeholders and production associates while fostering a robust safety culture
• Support EHS Specialists with safety concerns and assist with coordination of safety supplies (first aid kits, eyewash stations, etc.)
• Safely and efficiently operate emergency response and powered industrial vehicles
• Perform confined space inventory, classification, and incident pre-planning
• Support facility operations to minimize loss of production time

Requirements

• Firefighter 1 and 2 (IFSAC/Pro Board or TCFP) certification
• Current National Registry Paramedic or TDSHS Paramedic certification
• HazMat Awareness/Operations (HazMat Technician Preferred)
• FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 Certifications
• Valid driver's license required to operate assigned fleet
• Rope Rescue/Confined Space Rescue Certifications (Preferred)
• Fire Instructor 1 (Preferred)
• OSHA 10 Certification – completion required within 6 months of hire
• Ability to rapidly respond to employee health emergencies, discern audible alarms, and activate emergency procedures
• Display Excellence, Courage, Compassion, and Collaboration in accordance with the Fire & EMS Team values
• Well organized, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for the care of others
• Evidence of exceptional ability: clear communication, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and ability to adapt quickly

Essential Physical Demands

• Must be comfortable in confined spaces
• Must be able to lift over 50 lbs
• Must be able to stand/walk for +10 hours daily
• Must be comfortable working with hazardous chemicals
• Must be able to pass respiratory requirements and operate in a SCBA mask for extended periods of time
• Must complete medical baseline assessment and have the ability to complete physically strenuous tasks associated with fire suppression, for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options for $0 paycheck contribution
• Company-paid Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance (90-day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, accrued hours for hourly positions), and paid holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program