Emergency Services & Security (ES&S) Technician (EMS/Firefighter)
Dow

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Dow has an exciting job opportunity as an Emergency Services & Security (ES&S) Technician (EMT/Firefighter) in Oyster Creek, Texas at the Freeport site.

The Freeport site has over 3000 employees and is a 24 hour / 7 day operation including holidays. Dow is looking for technically capable Emergency Services Technicians who embrace change, adapt quickly, make decisions rapidly, possess self-confidence and leadership skills and enjoy being lifelong learners. Dow offers a variety of career opportunities to assume responsibility for business accomplishments as indicated by "measures of performance" and to participate in group activities.

Responsibilities:

* Perform all work activities in a safe team environment and follow operating discipline, procedures and practices to ensure a safe and efficient operation of assigned duties related to the function.
* Physical ability to lift hoses, climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs, bolt flanges, operate valves, fire pumps and other emergency equipment and vehicles as part of the job.
* Utilize troubleshooting skills to resolve deviations and problems and accurately complete all required paperwork.
* Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve all process issues.

The Dow Chemical Company does not offer relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.

Required Qualifications:

* National or State certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
* Ability to work a rotating 12 hour shift, inside, outside, overtime, holidays and weekends.
* Must be 18 years old or older.
* Must be willing to work weekends, and holidays, if required.
* Must be willing to work overtime (extra hours beyond your regular scheduled) if required.

* Must have a current, valid US driver's license.
* 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:

* Firefighter 1 & 2 certification
* Industrial firefighting and rescue experience
* Certification in confined space / high angle rescue.
* Production and Process Operations experience
* Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, and have the ability to learn new systems quickly.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Good interpersonal skills are required.
* Must have strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.
* Demonstrate leadership skills - inspire others and lead them through influence.
* A self-starter who can identify, prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks.
* Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Physical Requirements:

Must be willing and able to do the following with or without a reasonable accommodation.
* Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes
* Wear and use respirators.
* Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
* Work in tight or closed-in spaces.
* Climb stairs/ladders and work high off the ground.
* Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
* Lift up to 50 lbs.
* Our safety equipment has weight restrictions. To qualify, you must be able to use standard safety equipment which is rated for someone who weighs 300 pounds or less.

Education:

* A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.

Dow Offers:

• A robust total rewards program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive benefits
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth
• The chance to work within a global company and interact with colleagues from around the world
• Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion to help others

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation and leading business positions to achieve profitable growth. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company, with a purpose to deliver a sustainable future for the world through our materials science expertise and collaboration with our partners. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer care. Dow operates 106 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $39 billion in 2020. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at http://www.dow.com/en-us/contact-us or you may call us at 1-800-523-3945.

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