Job Description Summary

The Evendale Fire Supervisor will lead a 24/7 Fire Operation consisting of Unionized Fire Inspectors. This is a 1st shift Supervisor role but does require the ability to be on call for emergencies or off-shifts if needed.

In this role, you will partner with our Evendale Security Supervisor for coverage on all aspects of Plant Protection (Security and Fire) and crisis management, which will include physical security, electronic security, crisis management, emergency response activities, fire prevention, suppression, training, and administration. You and the team will ensure GE employees, technology, and assets are secure, while providing value to the GE Business.

The Evendale facility is VPP certified, a Title V EPA site, and is home to 6,000+ hourly and salary employees. The site is over 450 acres, with 9 miles of roadway, a Fitness Center, Wellness Center, Learning Centre and Welcome Center. The Evendale Site is GE Aerospace’s US headquarter, housing offices for engineering, supply chain operations, engine services and support functions along with shop floor and industrial space for Engine Development and Assembly, Engine & Component Testing and Engine Manufacturing Operations.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Fire Inspectors and Paramedics providing Fire Protection, Crisis Management and Life Safety support to all personnel on the Evendale site
• Ensure timely and accurate information sharing regarding events or incidents to the Infrastructure Leadership
• Provide leadership for the Site in the protection of life and property
• Handle grievances, maintain Departmental discipline, conduct, and general behavior of assigned personnel
• Instruct and train all employees in Fire and Security practices and procedures
• Identify compliance vulnerabilities and reporting, and implement Fire/Security technologies throughout the site
• Conduct preliminary investigations
• Implement Fire / Security technologies throughout the site
• Assist in development of service and maintenance contracts
• Provide support to other organizations for the implementation of Fire and Security counter measures
• Ensure compliance with all government regulatory requirements relative to Security and Fire Protection and design and implement emergency response plans
• Ensure that all processes are being continuously improved utilizing total quality management techniques
• Liaison with local, state and federal law enforcement and government regulations
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability studies
• Enforces fire prevention ordinances

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in fire operations or management)
• At least an additional 3 years of experience in fire and/or security management, leadership, or operations

Other Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to work a modified work schedule to meet the demands of the role
• Possess a valid driver’s license with the ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance

Desired Characteristics:  

• Communications/Operation Center experience handling a dispatch center, Access Control systems, CCTV, and Radio Operations
• Experience with fire and security technology systems, hardware and software and computer systems.
• Thorough knowledge of modern fire suppression, prevention and emergency medical service principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Experience in a Supervisory role in a Unionized environment
• Well-rounded understanding of total quality management techniques
• Knowledge of Department of Defense Industrial Security requirements and regulatory requirements
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Robust interpersonal and leadership skills
• Effective coaching expertise, when working with cross-functional groups, other businesses, and global teams
• Associates Level in Fire Protection, Security Management or related field
• Experienced Safety Officer
• State Certified Fire Inspector
• State Certified Firefighter Level 1
• Certified Incident Commander
• Experienced in Hazmat and/or Confined Space Rescue
• State of Ohio Emergency First Responder
• Maintain Class "A" physical status
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn​
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed ​
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative​
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. 

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General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.​

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.