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:

Dow has an exciting opportunity for an Emergency Services and Security (ES&S) Technician in Deer Park, TX. The purpose of this job is to provide emergency response and security services to the Houston Hub sites.

Responsibilities:

The protection of company assets by: responding to fires, spills, hazardous materials incidents, medical emergencies, confined space and elevated rescues, and security incidents.
Preparation of key emergency response equipment and systems, communication internally and externally including the activation of community notification systems; Provide effective security services for the site;
Investigating and documenting emergencies and security incidents.
Coverage for other positions within the team as needed
Ability to think clearly and calmly under stress.
Able to analyze, troubleshoot, and solve problems within the Emergency Services and Security (ES&S) area of responsibility.
Be proficient in computers to perform job tasks.
Able to work with independently with minimal supervision within an empowered team environment.
Willing to adhere to all safety standards, including the smoke free and drug-free workplace policy.

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of High School diploma or equivalent is required.
2+ years' experience in industrial emergency response and medical services or other related experience
National or State certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or willing to obtained within a year after start date
Hold or be willing to obtain HazMat Technician certification within a year after start date
Willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift position.
Able to work overtime as needed.
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 Qualifications:

Participation on an Emergency Response Team with industrial fire response training
2+ years' experience in process operations.

Physical Requirements:

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:

Lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs.
Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
Stand 50% of the time.
Walk for extended periods of time.
Work at heights, climb stairs and ladders.
Work in tight and closed in spaces.
Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator and SCBA.
Work in an area of intense or continuous noise.
Work in an area with hazardous materials.
Physical ability to lift hoses, climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs, bolt flanges, operate valves, fire pumps and other emergency equipment and vehicles as part of the job.
This role does involve elevated work greater than or equal to four feet above the ground. Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300lbs. (This typically accommodates individuals who weigh 285 or less)

Skills:

Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
Decision-Making: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound decisions as priorities shift.
Multitasking: Strong multitasking, problem-solving, and time management skills.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work: Ability to manage day-to-day work with limited guidance.
Risk Awareness: Ability to identify, evaluate, and prioritize risks, then coordinate resources to minimize, monitor, and mitigate potential impacts.
Safety Awareness: Strong safety mindset and willingness to learn.

Additional Notes:

Applicants must be medically approved to respond to emergencies.
The Dow Chemical Company does not offer relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.
This is an onsite position in Deer Park, TX
May involve domestic travel for training

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 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. 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 visitingwww.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to inclusion, 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.

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