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

In this role, you will serve as an Emergency Services & Security (ES&S) Technician for Dow's East Texas HUB (ETH) Safety Team located in Orange, TX. 

The East Texas HUB is made up of the Sabine River Operations (SRO) and the Beaumont sites and is strategically located in the heart of the Dow Gulf Coast sites. As part of these high value sites in the Dow fleet, you will have opportunity to learn and deepen your skills across several different technologies and processes.

You will share responsibility for the implementation of the emergency services and security (ES&S) management system to meet business objectives and to maintain the license to operate. As an Emergency Services & Security (ES&S) Technician, you will provide hands-on emergency services to a wide customer base within the plants.

The Emergency Services & Security (ES&S) Technician role is ideal for an experienced emergency response professional that

Has a history of proven results requiring minimum supervision.

Exhibits strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.

Can lead by influence and collaborate with people of various backgrounds and experiences to achieve common goals.

Can clearly communicate verbally and in writing to internal and external partners.

Is skilled at building a high level of trust with stakeholders, utilizing the highest standard of ethics and integrity.

Demonstrates advanced skills and expertise in safety processes, procedures, and systems to perform a broad range of complex work assignments.

Responsibilities

• As the Emergency Services & Security (ES&S) Technician, you will be ready to take on the following challenges and bring value to Dow as you:
• Support ongoing local implementation of the ES&S Work Processes.
• Ensure local systems and networks are established to support the ES&S Work Processes.
• Contribute to the development of operating discipline and procedures to conduct emergency preparedness work and document performance.
• Check emergency preparedness task list annually to confirm tasks are value adding.
• Complete the emergency preparedness tasks as per the site ES&S Preparedness Plan including Operating Discipline.
• Provide feedback regarding any discrepancies in the site ES&S Preparedness Plan.
• Operate emergency response equipment. 
• Enact emergency response plans.
• Execute the applicable scenarios from the emergency response plan or the alternate response plan and use operating discipline to complete the response to the emergency.
• Work with all security personnel in the preparation of secure asset plans and the development of operating discipline to execute secure asset tasks.
• Demonstrate your commitment to a safe work environment by working safely and complying with environmental, health and safety standards.
• Prove your commitment to maintain ethical integrity in both successes and setbacks.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 4 or more years of relevant experience.
• Must have or be willing to obtain National or State Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, with ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For TWIC eligibility requirements, see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)
• Must be able and willing to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, including overtime, holidays and weekends in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must have valid US Driver’s License.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Skills

• Firefighter 1 & 2 certification.
• Industrial firefighting and rescue experience.
• Certification in confined space / high angle rescue.
• Production and Process Operations experience.

Additional Notes

• No relocation assistance is available for this position.

Physical Requirements

• Candidate MUST be willing and able to do the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
• Wear required safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes.
• Wear and use respirators and all required emergency response equipment.
• Climb stairs/ladders and work high off the ground.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights. Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at heights.

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 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. 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 the diversity of our workforce, 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.

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.