Protection Services Specialist (Level DOE)

Basin Electric; North Dakota; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Basin Electric is seeking a Protection Services Specialist (Level DOE) to join the Beulah, ND team. The role focuses on fire protection, emergency response, and security duties across plant operations, with responsibilities spanning equipment inspections, training, and Control Center operations.

Qualified candidates have EMT experience or certification, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including on-call when scheduled.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Fire Protection Technology or Fire Science with 1 year of related experience.
• High school diploma with 3 years related firefighting, security, or EMT experience.
• EMT certification or willingness to obtain National Registry EMT certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• DOT PHMSA qualified position.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour rotating shift and be on call when scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fire protection duties, equipment maintenance, and firefighting training per procedures.
• Support emergency response activities and provide basic first aid in emergencies.
• Assist with mobile patrol, gate control, and other Protection Services duties.
• Operate the Protection Services Control Center and learn mechanical repairs/testing of systems.
• Perform inspections and testing of firefighting equipment and detection systems.
• Respond to emergencies and transport patients to medical facilities as needed.

Skills

EMT certification

Driver's license

Shift work

On-call availability

DOT PHMSA qualified

Education

Associate’s degree in Fire Protection Technology or Fire Science

High school diploma or GED/HSED with 3 years related experience

Job description

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Job Title: Protection Services Specialist (Level DOE) Posting Start Date: 11/10/26 Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

This position is located at Dakota Gasification Company in Beulah, ND.

This position assists with fire protection duties, including fire equipment maintenance and firefighting training in accordance with policies and procedures for the plants. The incumbent assists with emergency response activities and provides first aid care in emergencies. This position assists with mobile patrol, gate control, and other security duties and operates the Protection Services Control Center.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Upon completion of the Basic Safety Technician Training Program, maintain knowledge in the Safety, Dispatching, Security, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services, Hazardous Materials, and Respiratory Protection programs.
• Attends and completes continuing education and refresher training programs, as required.
• Stays current on plant and pipeline emergency plans.
• Understands aspects of Plant Fire Prevention, Fire Protection, Security Asset Protection, Ambulance Service, Portable Atmosphere Monitoring, Hazardous Materials Response, and Respiratory Protection Programs.
• Assists with Inspections and testing of firefighting equipment, including but not limited to extinguishers and apparatus.
• Performs mobile security patrols, access control, other security duties, and learns how to operate the Protection Services Control Center.
• Assist with mechanical repairs and systems testing of fire protection and detection systems.
• Responds to emergency calls, assists with basic first aid, and transports patients to medical facilities.
• Familiar and knowledgeable with plant and pipeline emergency plans. Knowledgeable with all Protection Services procedures and general Plant-wide safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• An associate’s degree in Fire Protection Technology or a Fire Science Program and 1 year of related experience in firefighting, security, or as a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); or
• High school education or equivalent (GED or HSED) and 3 years of related experience in industrial firefighting, in the petrochemical industry, or related experience in firefighting, security, or as a certified EMT.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certified or must be willing to obtain National Registry EMT certification upon hire.
• A valid driver’s license.
• This is a Department of Transportation (DOT) (PHMSA) qualified position.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour rotating shift and willing to be “On Call” when scheduled.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Requires continuous walking; frequent standing, lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds at shoulder level and occasionally above head; and occasional sitting, stooping, climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling, reaching above and below shoulder level, crawling, pushing up to 35 pounds and pulling up to 60 pounds. With assistance, occasionally lift 160 pounds from floor to waist height. Requires finger dexterity, the ability to perform close work, good vision and hearing, and the ability to speak. Over 50% of the day is spent indoors. Frequently exposed to dirt, dust, chemicals and occasionally to fumes, extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise and poor ventilation. Requires the ability to work in confined areas and work at heights up to 400 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. Must be respirator qualified. Requires the ability to wear thermal, chemical and respiratory protective equipment when necessary.

KEY SKILLS

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to weigh, measure, implement recommendations, and work in an emergency situation.

Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.