Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
Provide leadership and direction to the industrial fire brigade, ensuring
that all activities are carried out effectively and in accordance with
established protocols.
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training programs to
enhance the brigade's capabilities and readiness.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the brigade, including scheduling,
equipment maintenance, and record-keeping.
Emergency Response:
Oversee the brigade's response to fires, hazardous materials incidents,
and other emergencies within the facility.
Coordinate with external emergency services as needed to ensure a
coordinated response to emergencies.
Ensure that all firefighters are trained and equipped to respond to
emergencies safely and effectively.
Fire Prevention and Safety:
Develop and implement fire prevention programs to reduce the risk of fires
within the facility.
Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify and mitigate fire
hazards.
Promote fire safety awareness among employees and encourage compliance
with fire safety regulations.
Training and Development:
Develop and implement training programs to ensure that all brigade members
are adequately trained and prepared to respond to emergencies.
Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for brigade members
to enhance their skills and knowledge.
Equipment and Resources:
Ensure that the brigade has the necessary equipment and resources to
respond to emergencies effectively.
Manage the procurement, maintenance, and inventory of firefighting
equipment and supplies.
Environmental, Health, and Safety:
Assist with the planning, coordination and implementation of health &
safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with all
HSE regulations (OSHA, RCRA, DOT, EPA, etc.).
Encourages and enforces a safety culture within the company by providing a
strong facility presence.
Inspects and maintains safety equipment, including fire extinguishers,
safety eye wash stations, first aid kits, and AED's.
Assist with maintaining the facility-wide, web based, chemical inventory
list and Safety Data sheets.
Assists with hazardous, biohazard and non-regulated waste management,
including proper handling, labeling and storage.
Conducts internal HSE audits.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in firefighting or emergency response,
with 2 years in a leadership role.
Certification as a Fire Officer I or higher preferred.
Knowledge of industrial firefighting techniques, equipment, and
procedures.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Working Conditions:
The Fire Brigade Leader / Safety Technician will work primarily within the
facility, with occasional travel required for training and meetings.
The position may require the ability to respond to emergencies outside of
regular business hours.
Travel: 10%
Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal
employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information,
veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions,
including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected
by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates
in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).
