Location: Multiple Locations across the Gulf Coast
Starting Pay: $25.00/hour (Firefighter) | $26.50/hour (Firefighter-EMT)
Industrial Rescue is seeking dedicated Firefighters and Firefighter-EMTs to deliver frontline emergency response in demanding industrial environments. This role is ideal for candidates who are physically capable, safety-focused, and ready to protect life and property through firefighting, technical rescue, medical response, and hazardous materials operations.
As a Firefighter, you will respond to emergencies, participate in ongoing training and drills, and help maintain equipment, apparatus, and station readiness while working under the direction of a Captain.
Positions are filled based on current operations and upcoming contract awards, with opportunities available across various locations.
What You’ll Do
- Respond to fire, rescue, EMS, hazardous materials, and other emergency incidents
- Operate hose lines, fixed monitors, extinguishing systems, and portable extinguishers to control and suppress fires
- Provide emergency medical care to those in need within your level of certification
- Perform search, rescue, forcible entry, ventilation, and salvage operations
- Operate at the technician level for technical rescue and hazardous materials response as trained
- Participate in training, drills, physical fitness, and pre-incident planning activities
- Inspect, clean, and maintain personal gear, equipment, and apparatus to ensure safe operation
- Complete logs, forms, reports, and documentation as part of daily operations
What You Bring
- Ability to perform physically demanding emergency response duties in high-stress environments
- Sound judgment and the ability to make quick decisions during emergencies
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safety, training, and continuous improvement
- Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet applicable licensing and credentialing requirements, including a TWIC card
Preferred Qualifications
- Firefighter I & II certification or equivalent state-recognized fire training
- EMT or Paramedic certification preferred (higher pay for Firefighter-EMT)
- Technical rescue training and certifications
- Experience in industrial firefighting, emergency response, safety, or hazardous materials operations
- Knowledge of NFPA and OSHA standards related to emergency response and industrial safety
Why This Role is Different
- Hands-on involvement in specialized industrial emergency response operations
- Paid training available for qualified candidates
- Clear path for professional development and advancement (Firefighter to Officer and beyond)
- Team-oriented culture focused on accountability, safety, and operational excellence
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
How to Apply
Candidates must submit an updated resume for consideration. A cover letter expressing interest is encouraged.
Qualified candidates will have relevant certifications and experience aligned with industrial firefighting, technical rescue, hazardous materials response, or emergency medical services.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Employment Conditions
Industrial Rescue Instruction Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.
Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.
Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of job-related pre-employment requirements, including background checks, motor vehicle record reviews, drug testing, physical examinations, fit testing, credential verification, and/or other screening requirements, where permitted by law.
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Nothing in this job posting creates a contract of employment or guarantees employment for any specific duration. Employment will be governed by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
