Fire Fighter Trainee

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Fire Fighter Trainee located in El Segundo, CA through July 31, 2025 at 11:59 PST.

Chevron is one of the world's leading energy companies, with approximately 60,000 employees working in countries around the world. We explore, produce and transport crude oil and natural gas; refine, market and distribute fuels and other energy products; manufacture and sell petrochemical products; generate power; and develop future energy resources, including biofuels and geothermal energy.

The firefighter position is a member of the professional Industrial Emergency Response Organization responsible for providing emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, confined space rescue services, fire prevention and suppression services for the Chevron El Segundo refinery. Under general supervision, job responsibilities include but are not limited to maintenance of fire apparatus, inspection of fire suppression systems and equipment, general hot work and confined space permitting, fights fires; mitigates hazardous materials emergencies; performs medical, rescue work, other non-fire emergency response work; participates in fire prevention inspections, station maintenance, training activities and performs the duties of an EMT1-BASIC. The successful candidate must be able to function under high pressure and stressful situations and be self-motivated.

Key job duties and responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Responds and assists in mitigating petroleum and structural fires and participates in fire extinguishment, ventilation, salvage, rescue, and other operations; operates various firefighting/control equipment such as pumps, hoses, ladders, and extinguishers; lays hose lines and directs water streams onto fires.

• Provides emergency medical aid to individuals in need of such care; depending on qualifications, provides care consistent with standards and permitted procedures established for emergency medical treatment.

• Inspects, cleans, services, drives and operates various firefighting equipment and apparatus; performs routine and preventative maintenance on equipment as necessary; assists in maintaining clean and orderly conditions in and about the fire station and training facility.

• Attends and participates in special drills and other training activities; may perform duties of a Fire Engineer in a training or relief capacity.

• Conducts inspections of public and commercial buildings for fire prevention and target hazard identification and review.

• May participate in special projects, develop and/or conduct training, and perform work assignments while serving on various committees; responds as required when called in from off-duty.

• When performing EMT1-BASIC duties responds to and may direct others at medical emergencies; treats patients; administers lifesaving/support techniques and systems; communicates with medical personnel regarding patient and/or procedural status; prepares related reports; inspects and maintains specialized equipment and supplies related to EMT1-BASIC activity.

• Environmental functions with an emphasis on awareness and prevention.

• Responds to hazardous material releases, confined space and high angled rescues, medical aids and traumatic emergencies.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Valid Class C Driver License.

• Must be able to obtain a Firefighters Endorsement License within the first six months of employment.

• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card within the first six months of employment.

• Must possess a current California EMT license.

• Must possess a California State Fire Marshal Certificate of Completion from a Firefighter 1 accredited academy.

• Must be able to obtain a State of California Hazardous Material Technician Certificate.

• Ability to pass Fit for Duty evaluation.

• Working knowledge of fire safety laws and ordinances; basic fire prevention and suppression techniques and practices.

• Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift, overtime as required and on-call.

• This is a safety sensitive position. If you are selected, Chevron employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of physical, drug & alcohol screening, and background check.

• This job requires Emergency Response as an essential function of the job and Fitness for Duty is assessed annually.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, it would be desirable for the candidate to possess:

• Firefighter One (1).

• California Class-C Driver License with Firefighter Endorsement.

• State of California Hazardous Material Technician Certification.

• Industrial fire background.

• Ability to learn and apply firefighting principles and techniques; think and act quickly and efficiently in emergency situations; understand and apply mechanical and physical principles related to fire suppression.

• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others; understand and follow verbal and written directions.

• Excels in strong organizational skills. Ability to take work direction and establish priorities in order to complete tasks in a timely manner.

• Ability to work within the paramilitary structure of the fire department chain of command.

• Ability to work within a confined space as an operational rescue technician.

Relocation Options:

Relocation is not offered for this role. Only local candidates will be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions

• The compensation and reference to benefits for this role are listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable to U.S. payroll offers.

• The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $45.77.

• Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

El Segundo, California

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