Firefighter - Shift Captain - Steel Mill - Lake County

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

About the role

Great opportunity to expand your fire career! $26.35 per hour.

Schedule: 24 hours on, 48 hours off.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Contractor Emergency Response Officers on a shift basis.
• Respond to and supervise all hazardous material incidents as well as rescue situations involving but not limited to confined space incidents, aerial or high angle incidents, water-related incidents, vehicle entrapment, and equipment entrapment.
• Respond to and supervise all fire prevention and suppression activities of whatever kind or nature relating to structures, buildings, and other assets located on the plant property.
• Acquire a working knowledge of the fire detection, suppression, and transmission systems on the plant property including system operation, deactivation, support activities, and restoration.
• Supervise Emergency Response Officers in the completion of various fire maintenance duties, including but not limited to:
  • Pickup, refilling, servicing, delivery, and required testing of plant fire extinguishers.
  • Inspection and recharging of CO2 cartridges used in Ansul fire extinguishers.
  • Fire alarm system testing.
  • Hydrant testing.
  • Fire department connection inspections.
  • Hose reel inspections and other reasonable fire maintenance-related tasks.
• Serve as the liaison with outside emergency response agencies as well as with local, state, or federal regulatory agencies, per the request of the appropriate ArcelorMittal representative.
• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for at least 1 year.
• Must have reliable transportation as this is a restricted site and you cannot be dropped off.
• Must have current certification as Firefighter II (State of Indiana).
• Must have certification at the Hazmat Operations Level, and be qualified in confined space and high angle rescue operations.
• Current EMT or EMR certification (if not certified, the company will provide EMR training).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be eligible to meet company driving standards for driving positions.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation and post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test as a condition of employment.
• Must maintain current active status of all required licenses and carry them while on duty.
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client-specific sites.
• Must have verifiable training in incident command and/or the National Incident Command System (N.I.M.S.).
• Must be able to successfully pass the required screening process to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card.
• If not already certified in some aspect of emergency medical care, must complete training to at least the level of a First Responder.
• Must be able to pass a State-level fit test and NFPA physical.

Physical and Mental Functions

• Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet).
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift.
• Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties.
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds.
• Run as needed.
• Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks.
• Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination.
• Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain, or heat.
• Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.