Emergency Response Team Officer

DuPont

Spruance, VA, United States
Onsite
12-hour rotating shift schedule
Hazardous materials spill response
Technical rescue operations including confined space
DuPont is seeking an experienced Emergency Response Team Officer for its Spruance, VA site, responsible for handling various emergency situations, including fire suppression, medical emergencies, and hazardous material spills. The role requires certifications in firefighting and emergency medical response, as well as significant experience in emergency services

Job Summary

  • The Emergency Response Team serves as a critical unit for fire suppression, technical rescue, and hazardous material emergency response at the Spruance, VA site.
  • Incumbents must be physically capable of performing demanding tasks such as dragging 200 pounds while wearing full protective gear in unpredictable emergency situations.
  • The role requires maintaining strict equipment readiness, conducting safety training, and ensuring compliance with national fire codes and corporate standards.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

DuPont is seeking an experienced Emergency Response Team Officer for its Spruance, VA site, responsible for handling various emergency situations, including fire suppression, medical emergencies, and hazardous material spills. The role requires certifications in firefighting and emergency medical response, as well as significant experience in emergency services.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12-hour rotating shift schedule
  • Hazardous materials spill response
  • Technical rescue operations including confined space
  • Fire extinguishing and prevention inspections
  • Emergency vehicle driving and operation
  • SCBA and PPE usage in extreme conditions
  • Equipment maintenance and readiness checks

Nice-to-have

  • Strong leadership and decision-making skills
  • Interagency coordination experience
  • Mentoring and training junior staff
  • Public relations and education activities
  • Psychological resilience under stress

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Virginia driver's license
  • Virginia Firefighter I and II certification
  • Current EMT certification
  • Technical Rescue/Confined Space Operations Level
  • Hazardous Materials Operations Level
  • Minimum 5 years of emergency services experience
  • FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 certifications
  • Fire Officer I or II certification
  • EVOC certification
  • Pass background investigation and drug screening

Work Rights

Must pass background investigation; citizenship status not explicitly specified but US location implies local authorization

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