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Firefighter / Emergency Medical TechnicianLocation: Mapleton, Illinois
| Salary: $21.00
| Posted: 12 Jul 2020
| Closes: 12 Aug 2020| Job Type: Permanent & Part-time| Business Unit: US Secure Solutions
| Region / Division: North America| Reference: G4S/TP/3742188/194312Apply nowJob Introduction:Hiring Now!PLEASE CLICK APPLY OR TEXT "JOBS" TO 561-660-9797 FROM YOUR SMARTPHONE!The world's leading private security organization, G4S, has an immediate job opportunity for a Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). As a Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), you will perform duties relating to security, fire, medical, and hazardous materials response. HAZWOPER Technician and Confined Space Rescue response will be included after further training. The Firefighter /EMT is responsible for inspecting and maintaining fire suppression systems/equipment, site inspections, and to write burn and weld permits. The Firefighter /EMT will respond, drive, and operate emergency response vehicles and provide fire and medical services, and other emergency response, as necessary. The Firefighter /EMT will patrol the premises, conducting fire and security related inspections. Perform special test standby’s, unlocks, vehicle inspections, and report writing. The Firefighter /EMT will perform security tours, identify access levels, and assure proper documentation is generated/submitted for various items. The Firefighter /EMT will answer telephones, direct calls, close road systems, perform patrols, walk clocks, and perform any other facility or supervisor request that may develop. This position will work twelve (12) hour shifts to include nights and/or weekends.G4S is a security provider for the United States government, fortune 500 companies, nuclear power plants, oil and gas companies, airport, ports, banks, hospitals, factories, warehouses, commercial facilities, residential communities and much more.As a full time employee of G4S, you will be entitled to the following benefits:
Major Medical, Dental and Vision
Paid vacation
401K
Opportunities for additional training to aid in your professional development
As an employee you will also be able to participate in the Promote Me! Community. Promote Me! is available to interested current employees as a way to express interest in further advancement, as well as gain information and encourage professional development. Further, as a current employee you will be eligible to participate in large group rates for the following benefits:
Critical Illness
Accident Insurance
Whole Life Insurance
Individual Short-Term Disability
Pre-Paid Legal Services
Identity Theft Services
Pet Insurance
In addition, G4S provides benefits that are automatically available to all full or part-time employees, whether you enroll in a G4S insurance plan or not. And with no premiums to pay!
RxCut Pharmacy Discount Program
Doctor on Demand
Qualsight LASIK Savings
Perks at Work: G4S Employee Discount Program
Alliant Credit Union
Purchasing Power
Active & Fit: G4S Fitness Center Membership
FinFit: Financial Wellness Program
DailyPay: Access your pay when you need it
G4S offers job security, excellent pay and benefits, and career opportunities. We offer entry level careers, management careers, sales careers and executive careers across the United States and internationally.#BLORole Responsibility:Specific Duties and Essential Functions
Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle; watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
Respond to fire, medical and other emergencies
Issue hot work permits and confined space permits, perform tank sniffs
Conduct inspections per schedule
Maintain fire protection systems, fire equipment, fire pumps/systems, and hydrants
Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in high pressure emergent situations
Required to participate on Hazardous Materials Team (HAZMAT) and other specialized teams
The Ideal Candidate:Education, Licenses and Certifications Required
Must possess each of the following:
Current and valid State of Illinois Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license
Current and valid driver’s license
High school diploma or equivalent
Must possess a valid Basic Life Support CPR/AED card from American Heart Association, the American Red Cross or EMS
Must possess a current Hazardous Materials First Responder at the Operations Level certificate in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120(q), or be able to complete within 30 days of hire
Must possess NIMS 200 certification, or be able to complete within 30 days of assignment
Must possess one or more of the following:
Fire academy graduate from a State certified or Department of Defense certified training facility meeting the NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications training guidelines
Firefighter I or Firefighter II certificate from a State Fire Marshal's office or from the Department of Defense adopted by the state where fire services are performed
Type and Length of Specific Experience Required
If previously employed, meaningful and verifiable work history
Skills Required
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
Effective oral and written communication skills
Active listening skills
Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively
Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately
Attention to detail
Other
Must be at least 21 years old or the minimum age required by the state, if higher
Must be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the United States
Must possess each of the following:
Must have a thorough knowledge of fire protection principles and techniques
Successfully pass NFPA 1582 firefighter medical exam conducted by a licensed physician
Must have clean driving record per MVR
Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
Must be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if prior military
Physical Requirements and EnvironmentEnvironment: Indoor and outdoor, weather temperatures range from moderate to extreme cold and heatMajor activity: Walking, standing, speaking, listening, observingPhysical efforts to carry out job duties: Standing, running, walking, and sitting. Stooping, maneuvering heavy objects, and kneeling required often. Frequently lifting and/or moving up to 125 lbs. and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 200 lbs. with assistance.About the Company:EOE Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityG4S is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employerand an Alcohol- and Drug-Free WorkplaceG4S will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action or Diversity and Inclusion, or have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, please contact our Corporate Human Resources Department at (800) 506-6265.To receive an update on your application status, please contact our local office by following this link: http://g4s.us/en/Contact-Us/Local-Offices
