Refinery Battalion Chief — Incident Commander

Chevron Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Chevron Corporation, based in Houston with operations including a Richmond, CA refinery, is seeking a Battalion Chief to lead the on-site fire department and manage complex emergency incidents. The role oversees fire suppression, medical response, hazmat, rescue operations and mutual aid coordination.

The incumbent will run the Incident Command System, maintain fitness for duty, and work with city agencies; nights, weekends, and holidays are expected on a rotating twelve-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• ICS-100/200/300/700/800 certifications.
• California Class C Firefighter license and/or Commercial Class A/B license.
• Firefighter I certification (or equivalent).
• Emergency Medical Technician certification.
• Haz-Mat FRO/Technician/Specialist certifications.
• TWIC or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Leads Chevron Fire Department personnel and volunteers during fire prevention, fire suppression, medical response, hazmat, rescue operations, security incidents, and oil spill mitigation.
• Sets up the Incident Command System during incidents and acts as refinery management in charge until relieved.
• Implements Unified Command with authorities to ensure Emergency Action Plans and Area Contingency Plans are executed quickly.
• Acts as liaison between Chevron and municipal/mutual aid agencies.
• Works with City of Richmond Fire and Police during emergency management situations.
• Respond to off-site emergencies as part of mutual aid agreements.
• Fulfills 2-in/2-out role and participates in all crew trainings.
• Maintains Fitness for Duty and participates in Corporate Medical program.
• This is a Safety Sensitive position requiring random drug screenings.

Skills

Leadership

Incident Command

Emergency response

Team coordination

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

ICS certifications (ICS-100/200/300/700/800)

Firefighter license (California Class C and/or Commercial Class A/B)

Firefighter I certification

EMT certification

Haz-Mat (FRO/Technician/Specialist)

TWIC or eligibility

Associate/Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Chevron Corporation, based in Houston with operations including a Richmond, CA refinery, is seeking a Battalion Chief to lead the on-site fire department and manage complex emergency incidents. The role oversees fire suppression, medical response, hazmat, rescue operations and mutual aid coordination.

The incumbent will run the Incident Command System, maintain fitness for duty, and work with city agencies; nights, weekends, and holidays are expected on a rotating twelve-hour schedule.