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CITGO

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert / Leadership (9+ years)
  • Lemont

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong leadership skills, experience in managing teams, knowledge of safety protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication is essential.
  • You will oversee operations, manage personnel, ensure safety compliance, handle emergencies, and coordinate shift activities to maintain productivity and efficiency.

Requirements

  • * High School Diploma and minimum of 10 years of progressive emergency response experience - industrial & municipal combined
  • * Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal certified as:
  • * OSFM Advanced Technician Firefighter
  • * OSFM Haz-Mat Operations
  • * OSFM Instructor I
  • * Illinois Dept of Public Health Certified as EMT-B or higher.
  • * Valid Driver's License - Class B Non CDL
  • * Broad working knowledge of industrial emergency response and EMS.
  • * Previous fire officer experience- Industrial/Municipal
  • * Must obtain the following certifications within one year of date of hire.
  • * NIMS 100/200/300//700/800
  • * Fall Protection Competent Person
  • * Lemont Refinery Qualified Permit Writer
  • * American Heart Association CPR Instructor
  • * Must obtain the following certifications within year two of hire.
  • * NIMS 400
  • * Excavation Competent person
  • * OSFM Hazmat Technician
  • * Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Eligibility

Responsibilities

  • Directs assigned emergency response shift. Provides leadership as Field Incident Commander during all emergency responses until relieved by higher-ranking officer if required. Develops tactical strategies and assures proper equipment and manpower is deployed to contain and control all emergencies. Works with local municipal and mutual aid agencies to develop a unified command structure during large scale events and emergencies.
  • Provides and/or participates in all levels of training and drills in accordance with OSHA, NFPA, USCG and USEPA regulations to assure readiness of refinery emergency responders that protect employees, company assets, and local communities. Provides assistance with developing drills and exercises in areas of fire, EMS, hazmat, rescue and oil spill.
  • Supervises basic safety services to assure quality of confined spaces, hot work and supplied air work within the refinery. Prioritizes staffing and equipment to ensure all permitting is performed in a timely manner. Supports Refinery Shutdowns/Turnarounds as directed by the EP&R Manager. Directs the daily delivery activities of air trailers to/from jobsites.
  • Assures readiness of all emergency response equipment for the refinery, including mobile and fixed. Communicates and reports all issues and assists in scheduling and repairing of equipment. Maintains inspections records and preventative maintenance programs to ensure that emergency response equipment is in a constant state of readiness at all times. Ensures protection and suppression systems throughout the refinery and associated buildings are operating and compliant with state and local ordinances.
  • Works as a member of the field incident team in conducting initial assessment of incidents or near misses that are initiated through established reporting systems. Initial assessment may include taking photographs, acquiring work permits, witness statements, and other documentation to support the formal investigation. Conducts field audits of refinery emergency equipment and reports findings to ensure corrective actions are taken.
  • Performs other duties and Refinery projects as assigned by the EP&R Manager or HSSE Manager.

FAQs

What is the minimum educational requirement for the Shift Commander position?

The minimum educational requirement is a High School Diploma.

How many years of experience are required for this role?

A minimum of 10 years of progressive emergency response experience, combining industrial and municipal experience, is required.

Are there specific certifications required for this job?

Yes, candidates must hold certifications from the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal, including OSFM Advanced Technician Firefighter, OSFM Haz-Mat Operations, and OSFM Instructor I, among others.

Is EMT certification required for the Shift Commander position?

Yes, candidates must be certified as an EMT-B or higher by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

What must a candidate obtain within the first year of hire?

Within the first year of hire, candidates must obtain certifications such as NIMS 100/200/300/700/800, Fall Protection Competent Person, Lemont Refinery Qualified Permit Writer, and American Heart Association CPR Instructor.

What type of experience is preferred for this position?

Previous fire officer experience in industrial or municipal settings is preferred.

What is the eligibility requirement related to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)?

All candidates must be eligible to receive a TWIC to be considered for an offer, as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act.

What are some of the main responsibilities of the Shift Commander?

Responsibilities include directing emergency response shifts, providing training and drills, supervising safety services, and ensuring readiness of emergency response equipment.

Are there any specific safety regulations that the Shift Commander must adhere to?

Yes, the Shift Commander must conduct training and drills in accordance with OSHA, NFPA, USCG, and USEPA regulations.

What kind of benefits does CITGO Petroleum Corporation offer for the Shift Commander position?

Benefits include options for remote work, a 9/80 work schedule, paid vacation time, a 401(k) match, medical and dental plans, educational assistance, and more.

Are there additional projects or duties outside of the main responsibilities?

Yes, the job duties include other responsibilities and refinery projects as assigned by the EP&R Manager or HSSE Manager.

Is previous experience in emergency response management required?

Yes, a broad working knowledge of industrial emergency response and EMS is required, along with progressive emergency response experience.

Does CITGO have a policy on equal employment?

Yes, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

CITGO

CITGO is a refiner, transporter and marketer of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and industrial products

Energy
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1983
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry with a well-known brand. We own and operate three large-scale, highly complex petroleum refineries with a total rated crude oil refining capacity of approximately 807,000 bpd, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Corpus Christi, Texas and Lemont, Illinois. Our refining operations are supported by an extensive distribution network, which provides reliable access to our refined product end-markets. We own 30 active refined product terminals with a total storage capacity of 7.8 million barrels and have equity ownership of an additional 3.5 million barrels of refined product storage capacity through our joint ownership of an additional 8 terminals, spread across 21 states. In addition, we own or have an equity interest in four additional terminals, consisting of approximately 1 million barrels of refined storage capacity, which are currently inactive or only utilized to store feedstocks used in refining operations. We also have access to more than 150 active third-party and related-party terminals through exchange, terminalling and similar arrangements. Our retail network consists of approximately 4,200 independently owned and operated CITGO-branded retail outlets located east of the Rocky Mountains. We and our predecessors have had a recognized brand presence in the U.S. for over 100 years.