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Firefighter - Steel Mill - Lake County

East Chicago, Indiana

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Firefighter - Steel Mill - Lake County Position Type Full Time Shift Type Afternoon,Evening,Morning,Overnight Req ID 2024-1180493 Work Days Available Friday,Monday,Saturday,Sunday,Thursday,Tuesday,Wednesday

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Great opportunity to expand your career in the Fire Industry!

$22 / Hour

Weekly Pay!!

Full Time Position

Must have a valid driver's license for at least one year

Must have certification as Firefighter II (State of Indiana)

Must have Hazmat Awareness and Hazmat Operations

Must have a current EMT or EMR certification - If you do not have EMT or EMR we can put you in our next EMR class and discuss our probationary firefighter positions.

Allied Universal is currently looking for Firefighters.

The Firefighter position will include, but not limited to, the following:

  • Firefighters will be responsible for the response to all hazardous material incidents as well as rescue situations involving but not limited to confined space incidents, aerial or high angle incidents, water related incidents, vehicle entrapment, and equipment entrapment.
  • Firefighters will be responsible for the response to all fire prevention and suppression activities of whatever kind or nature relating to structures, buildings, and other assets located on the plant property.
  • Firefighters will be expected to acquire a working knowledge of the fire detection, suppression, and transmission systems on the plant property including system operation, system deactivation, system support activities, and system restoration.
  • Firefighters will be responsible for the completion of various fire maintenance duties. These duties will include but not be limited to:
    • the pickup, refilling, servicing, delivery and required testing of plant fire extinguishers; low pressure hydrostatic testing;
    • refilling SCBA
    • inspection and recharging of C02 cartridges used in Ansul fire extinguish
    • fire alarm system testing;
    • hydrant testing;
    • fire department connection inspections;
    • Hose reel inspections and any other reasonable fire maintenance related tasks.
    • Firefighters will be responsible for completing all fire, fire maintenance and fire system related reports associated with their work duties.
    • Qualified applicants for the Firefighter position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below:
    • High school diploma or equivalent required.
    • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
    • Must have a clean criminal record.
    • Ability to successfully pass a drug screen/background check.
    • Individual must be able to pass a State level fit test and yearly NFPA Physical
    • Must have Fire I & II, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, a valid EMT or EMR certification

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Career Path

Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Regional President

  • Regional Vice President

  • General Manager

  • Branch Manager

  • Director of Operations

  • Client Manager

  • Operations Manager

  • Field Supervisor

  • Shift Supervisor

  • Professional Security Officer

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"We do exciting and fulfilling work that protects people and assets, and that feels good"

Rewards

From the time our Professional Security Guards are hired, Generally, excluding some clients and unions, employees are eligible for health and welfare benefits 1st of month following 60 days of employment. For 401(k) eligibility employees are eligible after 6 months of service.”

Benefits

  • Healthcare (Medical/Dental/Vision)

  • Service Anniversary Bonus

  • 401k Retirement Plan

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance

  • Recognition & Rewards Programs

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Tuition Discount Program

  • Training & Career Development Programs

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