Safety and Emergency Services Officer

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Date: Jun 12, 2025

Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

Company: hemlocksem

Hiring Manager:  CHAD GALLAHAN 

 

 

Summary

Safety & Emergency Services (S&ES) Officer is responsible for performing routine Safety and Emergency Services duties, supporting site teams in implementation of safety objectives, and emergency response operations.Areas of responsibility include safety, industrial hygiene, fire protection, security, emergency medical treatment, technical rescue, and emergency response.

 

S&ES Officers are responsible for performing preventative maintenance on fire/security alarm systems, Fire Water systems, and other associated equipment.

 

S&ES Officers are required to be on call two weeks out of the month and work shift work rotating 2-3-2 12-hour days/nights.

Essential Functions

  •  Performing routine inspections, testing and maintenance of site fire and safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, fire hydrants,   sprinkler systems, fire pumps, life safety system, security systems, 5-minute escape packs, SCBA's, etc.
  • Coordinating confined space entries, pre plan rescue operations and perform rescue operations.
  • Conducting routine walk throughs ("rounds") of site to identify fire hazards, housekeeping concerns, unsafe conditions, and other deficiencies.
  • Conducting atmospheric sampling using available gas detection equipment, hot work, confined space entry, emergency downwind air monitoring, etc.
  • Providing emergency medical care for injured or ill personnel under the Basic Life Support Non-Transport (BLS) license provided by the State of Michigan.
  • Providing Security means to the site, which meet and/or exceed the established procedures.
  • Implementing procedures during hazardous materials incidents, fires and other emergencies in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.

Skills and Behaviors

Verbal Communication
Computer Skills
Teamwork

Education Requirements

High School Diploma
GED

Certification Requirements

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification
State of Michigan Firefighter Certification
State Driver's License

Required Work Experience

Required:

  • Valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification or Emergency Medical Responder (formally Medical First Responder) Certification with the ability to obtain EMT license within 2 years

​​​​​​​Preferred:

  • State of Michigan Firefighter Certification or NFPA 600 certification.

Physical Requirements

Driving - Frequent (51-75%)
Sitting - Frequent (51-75%)
Standing - Frequent (51-75%)
Walking - Frequent (50-75%)

 

The pay for this position is $35.12 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, variable bonus, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:

 

989.301.5333
or email your request to
G1HSC-HR@hscpoly.com
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Req No. 937 


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