Fire and Safety Technician WMCG

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Augusta, GA seeks a Safety Associate to assist the Safety Manager with fire and safety concerns on Augusta University Health property. You will liaise with local fire departments, safety personnel and inspectors to ensure life safety measures are in place and enforced.

You will maintain documentation on inspections and provide reports to management and committees. The role includes conducting emergency drills, safety trainings, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and

Qualifications

• Experience in fire safety.
• Good communication skills.
• Experience in chemical handling and disposal.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Safety Manager on all fire and safety concerns on Augusta University Health property.
• Provides liaison to local fire department, safety personnel and inspectors.
• Ensures life safety measures are in place and enforced.
• Maintains documentation on inspections and reports as required by management and committees.
• Conducts emergency drills and procedures (Code Red) and trains staff on emergency procedures.
• Attends required safety trainings and communicates safety policies across departments.

Skills

Fire safety experience

Good communication

Chemical handling and disposal

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Various (United States of America)

Job Summary

Assists and advises the Safety Manager on all fire and safety concerns on Augusta University Health property. Provides liaison to local fire department, safety personnel and inspectors. Ensures life safety measures are in place and enforced. Maintains documentation on inspections and provides reports as required by management and appropriate committees.

Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions

Conducts emergency drills and procedures: Code Red drills (All shifts); fire compartments; evacuation plans. Practices safe work procedures. Assists Fire Department and/or First Responders. Teaches/trains staff on emergency procedures: inservice on Code Red drills. Speaks on hospital policies and procedures at events/orientations. Maintains appropriate safety documentation and testing records: EOC trending information; all water intrusion/air quality reports; chemial spills; Code Red activations; all fire protection documentation (fire extinguishers); SDS records and updates as needed; safety inspecton records of all construction sites. Complies with safety and training policies and procedures: attends required monthly OSHA section safety meetings. Attends annual safety trainings and updates. Provides training to departments for fire prevention, hazardous waste, and safety related items. Practices safe work habits and follows procedures. Encourages and promotes a safe working environment. Hazardous Waste Management: collects, transports, and stores chemical waste. Collects batteries, mercury lamps, and materials used in clean up for waste disposal/recycle. Reviews and signs waste manifest for waste collection. Conducts inspections: eyewash stations, emergency lights, safety showers, elevators, and mechanical rooms. Environmental of Care Rounding: PICR, ICRA, ISLM, contruction weekly inspections. Conducts safety surveys and lab inspections. Checks decontamination equipment and tank. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

• High School Diploma General or GED General or Associates Other-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• GADL - Georgia Driver's License or VSDL - Valid State Driver's License

Additional License(s) And Certification(s)

DOT Hazardous, RCRA, Hazwoper, OSHA Upon Hire Preferred

Required Minimum Experience

Minimum 1 year healthcare setting, similar safety role, law enforcement or military. Required or Minimum 3 years similar safety role in healthcare setting. Preferred

Required Minimum Skills

Experience in fire safety Good communication skills Experience in chemical handling and disposal

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