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.

Responsibilities
Emergency Response

• 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.