ERT Technician

NCSL International; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Vision Dental

Competitive Pay

PTO

FSA/HSA

Life Insurance

Post-Retirement Health

Employer retirement contribution

Retirement account

Job summary

The Research Foundation for SUNY in Albany, NY is seeking an ERT Technician to lead and respond to site emergency incidents, including chemical, fire, and medical events. You will maintain readiness through training and equipment upkeep, while supporting team development and accurate documentation.

Role requires handling hazardous, non-routine tasks with process materials, coordinating with internal and external partners, and operating under high stress.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in science or engineering, or related field
• HAZWOPER certification or 2–3 years in emergency services
• Experience applying the Incident Command System (ICS) using ALL-Hazards approach
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong prioritization and project management skills
• Proficient in MS Office and written/oral communication

Responsibilities

• Lead and respond to site emergency incidents (chemical, fire, medical) and maintain readiness through training and inspections
• Support team development, ensure accurate documentation, and collaborate with response partners
• Perform hazardous, non-routine tasks involving process materials in high-stress environments
• Initiate and manage effective response to site-wide emergencies
• Maintain equipment stocks and instrument calibration
• Provide direction and training to assigned team members
• Work with internal and external response partners
• Document incidents and maintain records (computer and paper)
• Handle hazardous tasks including decontamination and chemical change-outs

Skills

HAZWOPER certification

ICS familiarity

Project management

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Technical writing

Education

Associate degree in science or engineering

Job description

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

Position Title: ERT Technician

Location: Albany, NY

Category: Facilities

Job Type: Full-Time

Posted On: Thu Oct 1 2026

Job Description

Position Summary, ERT Technician

NY Creates is seeking a ERT Technician to help lead and respond to site emergency incidents, including chemical, fire, and medical events, while maintaining readiness through training, inspections, and equipment upkeep. The ERT Technician will support team development, ensure accurate documentation, and collaborates with response partners as well as perform hazardous, non-routine tasks involving process materials and operates effectively in high-stress environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads and responds to site emergency incidents, including chemical, fire, and medical events, while maintaining readiness through training, inspections, and equipment upkeep.
• Supports team development, ensures accurate documentation, and collaborates with response partners.
• Performs hazardous, non-routine tasks involving process materials and operates effectively in high-stress environments.
• Initiate and manage an effective and efficient response to site wide chemical, fire, medical, and other emergency incidents.
• Maintain response readiness through team development and equipment maintenance ? Conduct life safety and equipment
• Maintain equipment stocks and instrument calibration.
• Provide direction and training to assigned team members.
• Work effectively with both internal and external response partners.
• Document incidents and maintain computer and written records.
• Work effectively in a high stress environment.
• Perform hazardous, non-routing tasks including tool decontamination, chamber opening and chemical change outs, cracking fittings, and other work with hazardous process materials.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications, ERT Technician

• Associate degree in science or engineering or related field and training in a highly technical environment.
• Current HAZWOPER certification and/or 2-3 years of experience in HAZWOPER or Emergency services.
• Relevant Military experience can be substituted for HAZWOPER, Technical or Emergency Service experience.
• Working knowledge of Comprehensive Emergency Management and understanding how to implement the Incident Command System using an ALL-Hazards Approach.
• Must work well independently and as part of a team. Must be an initiative-taking self-starter.
• Strong prioritization and project management skills are essential.
• Good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Must have outstanding written and oral communication skills as well as people skills.
• Must be able to process new information and formulate a systematic written incident action plan.
• Must be able to work a non-traditional schedule including possible overnight shifts. The typical shift is 12 hours with the possibility of overtime.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
• Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range: $34-36/hour

*Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education

Additional Information

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required. For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations. Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.