Emergency Response Technician

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

 

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About You and this Role

Dow is seeking an Emergency Response Technician to join our Emergency Services and Security (ES&S) team in Fort Saskatchewan.

In this role, you will share responsibility for the implementation of the ES&S management system in order to meet business objectives and to maintain the license to operate. Additionally, you will provide hands-on emergency response services and security activities for the Fort Saskatchewan site, including but not limited to firefighting, rope rescue, hazardous materials response, and medical response.

 

Responsibilities

• Respond to site emergencies and security incidents, operating emergency response equipment, and executing tactical response plans.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of documented equipment maintenance, training, and operational check requirements, ensuring alignment with global and local templates.
• Ensure all training, maintenance, and operational check requirements meet global/local standards and that emergency preparedness activities are value-added, maintaining readiness of all emergency systems and equipment.
• Contribute to the development and application of operating discipline to effectively execute and document emergency preparedness activities.
• Complete emergency preparedness tasks in accordance with site ES&S Preparedness Plan and Operating Discipline, including annual review of task lists to confirm ongoing value and relevance.
• Identify and communicate discrepancies within the ES&S Preparedness Plan to the appropriate process step for resolution.
• Collaborate with security personnel to develop secure asset plans and establish operating discipline for executing related tasks.
• Act as an informal mentor and resource to less experienced team members, supporting their development and capability building. 

 

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• NFPA 1001 Level 1 & Level 2 Certification
• Registered with Alberta College of Paramedics as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR).
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience (i.e. Emergency Response or Brigade experience, etc.)
• Ability to safely work in a plant environment, meet physical demands, work at elevated heights, and comfortably use PPE and safety equipment. Must be familiar with or open to training on proper equipment usage.
• A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in Canada. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including any type of permanent residency support.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• NFPA 1006 Rope Resue Technician Certification  
• NFPA 1006 Confined Space Technician Certification
• NFPA 470 Hazmat Operations/Technician Certification 
• NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver / Operator 
• ICS 200 
• Class 3/4 Driver's License with “Q” endorsement 
• Prior experience with Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) or equivalent 
• Registered with Alberta College of Paramedics as an PCP/ACP
• Prior experience or knowledge of Emergency Medical Services 
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety relating to Emergency Response  

 

Skills

• Emergency Response: Effectively responds to fires, medical incidents, hazardous materials events, rescues, and other emergencies while executing tactical response plans safely and efficiently.
• Operational Readiness: Maintains emergency systems, equipment, training, and preparedness activities to ensure continuous response capability and compliance with established standards.
• Safety Compliance: Applies emergency response procedures, operating discipline, and health and safety requirements to protect people, assets, and the environment.
• Interpersonal Communication: Communicates clearly with emergency responders, security personnel, site stakeholders, and team members to coordinate response activities and resolve issues.
• Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and executes training, maintenance, inspections, operational checks, and preparedness tasks to support site emergency readiness.

 

Additional Notes

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

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