Industrial Firefighter​/Emergency Response Technician, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

At Blue Oval Battery Park Michigan, you will…

• Use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data‑driven solutions.
• Build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future.
• Create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought, and foster leadership in others.
• Be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.

During training and initial launch, the operating pattern will be an 8‑10 hour shift and then transition to a 12‑hour shift schedule.

What you’ll do… Key responsibilities may include:

• Fire Suppression:
  • Respond immediately and effectively to all types of fires using appropriate extinguishing agents and equipment.
  • Operate and maintain fire apparatus, pumps, hoses, nozzles, and other specialized firefighting equipment.
  • Conduct search and rescue operations for personnel within hazardous environments.
  • Perform ventilation, overhaul, and salvage operations as required.
• Hazardous Materials (Haz Mat) Response:
  • Identify, assess, contain, control, and mitigate spills or releases of hazardous materials.
  • Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and various levels of chemical protective suits.
  • Understand chemical properties, potential reactions, and safe handling procedures for materials present in the facility.
  • Perform decontamination procedures for personnel and equipment.
• Medical Aid:
  • Provide immediate pre‑hospital medical care, including first aid, CPR, and AED operation, to injured or ill personnel.
  • Stabilize patients and assist on‑site medical staff and external Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel upon their arrival.
• Technical Rescue:
  • Participate in specialized rescue operations such as confined space rescue, high‑angle rescue, and machine rescue, as trained and equipped by the facility.
  • Utilize specialized rescue tools and techniques safely and effectively.
• Emergency Standby & Hot Work Coverage:
  • Provide dedicated fire and safety coverage for high‑risk operations within the facility, such as hot work (welding, cutting), confined space entry, or hazardous material transfers.
  • Ensure all safety protocols and permit conditions are strictly adhered to during standby operations.
• Incident Command System (ICS) Support:
  • Operate effectively within the established Incident Command System (ICS) structure during emergencies.
  • Follow direct orders, maintain accountability, and provide clear, concise status reports to the Incident Commander or assigned supervisor.
• Maintenance:
  • Regularly inspect, clean, lubricate, and perform scheduled maintenance on fire prevention equipment like fire suppression system components, fire alarm system components, and fire extinguishers.
  • Perform routine inspections, functional tests, cleaning, and minor maintenance on all fire apparatus, tools, and equipment (e.g., hoses, nozzles, SCBA, pumps, rescue tools, Haz Mat detection devices).
  • Ensure all internal apparatus fire pump components are operating properly, lubricate control valves, and identify any issues that require correction.
  • Document all maintenance activities and report any unresolved deficiencies or malfunctions promptly.
• Facility Inspections:
  • Conduct routine and systematic fire safety inspections of buildings, processing units, storage areas, and equipment to identify potential fire hazards, unsafe conditions, or non‑compliance issues.
  • Inspect fire suppression systems (sprinklers, standpipes, fire alarms), fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, and exit routes for proper function and readiness.
• Pre‑Incident Planning:
  • Participate in the development and review of pre‑incident plans for various scenarios throughout the facility.
  • Thoroughly understand building layouts, process flow diagrams, hazardous material locations, utility shut‑offs, and emergency egress routes.
• Permit System Compliance:
  • Review and verify compliance for hot work permits, confined space entry permits, and other safety‑related permits, ensuring all conditions are met before and during operations.
• Risk Assessment:
  • Actively participate in identifying and assessing risks related to fire, explosion, and other emergencies within the…