Industrial Firefighter & Safety Training Specialist

Gotion, Inc.; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 46,838 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Inc. is seeking a firefighter for its Manteno, IL facility. You will rapidly respond to fires, chemical spills, and emergencies, operating on-site suppression equipment and enforcing safety protocols.

The role includes training, inspections, and permit oversight to prevent incidents. Minimum qualifications include 3+ years as a firefighter, US work eligibility, a valid driver’s license, a High School Diploma or GED, and Illinois State Fire Marshal Basic Firefighter certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years as a firefighter.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Illinois State Fire Marshal Basic Firefighter certification required.
• Must speak/read/write English.
• Correctable vision and color discernment.
• Physically capable of performing duties.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fires, medical, chemical, and other emergencies across the facility and adjacent property.
• Operate on-site fire suppression equipment and manage complex hazards.
• Act as first responder for chemical spills; use PPE and procedures to contain incidents.
• Document inspections, maintenance, and compliance with NFPA/OSHA standards.
• Review hot work and confined space permits; enforce safety precautions.
• Document emergencies, drills, and training with detailed reports.
• Conduct daily fire safety training for employees.
• Shift starts at 8 hours per day and may increase.

Skills

Firefighting

U.S. work eligibility

Driver's license

English proficiency

Vision & color discernment

Physical capability

Emergency response

Safety permits & inspections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NFPA & OSHA compliance

Job description

Gotion Inc. is seeking a firefighter for its Manteno, IL facility. You will rapidly respond to fires, chemical spills, and emergencies, operating on-site suppression equipment and enforcing safety protocols.

The role includes training, inspections, and permit oversight to prevent incidents. Minimum qualifications include 3+ years as a firefighter, US work eligibility, a valid driver’s license, a High School Diploma or GED, and Illinois State Fire Marshal Basic Firefighter certification.