Emergency Response Team (ERT) Technician

Description

Summary

The ERT Technician is responsible for immediate response to fires, chemical releases, medical emergencies, confined space rescues, weather events, and security-related incidents. In addition to emergency response, the role includes safety patrols, equipment inspections, permit verification, and continuous safety training and coaching.

- Serve as first responder for all site emergencies (fire, HazMat, medical, rescue, weather).

- Deploy in OSHA/NFPA PPE Levels A–D.

- Establish incident command until relieved.

- Support evacuations, rescue operations, and first aid.

- Coordinate with Onyx support for specialized HazMat/fire operations.

Proactive Duties

- Patrol all production areas (Cell, Ingot, Wafer, Module, Utilities, Water Treatment, U-Buildings).

- Identify and address hazards; maintain emergency exits, evacuation routes, and assembly points.

- Inspect/test emergency equipment (SCBAs, extinguishers, alarms, gas detection panels, spill kits, AEDs, PPE).

- Provide emergency response training for employees/contractors.

- Approve and monitor hot work, confined space, and LOTO permits.

- Respond to/manage fire and gas alarms.

- Provide emergency medical care, including CPR/AED; accompany patients to hospital if needed.

- Support accident investigations and reporting.

- Conduct and evaluate emergency drills (table-top and evacuation).

- Reinforce safety standards and coach employees.

- Support internal/external communications during emergencies (PA system).

Administration & Training

- Complete shift logs, inspection reports, and incident records.

- Participate in continuing education and drills.

- Contribute to after-action reviews and process improvements.

Physical Requirement

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

- Capable of standing for extended periods, up to 12 hours.

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.