Emergency Response Technician
Yesterday• Cranberry Township, PA
Pennsylvania, United States of America
Job Family Group:
Health, Safety, Security, and Environment
Worker Type:
Regular
Posting Start Date:
October 2, 2025
Business unit:
Downstream and Renewables
Experience Level:
Early Careers
Job Description:
The Shell Polymers Monaca Plant will be a world-scale petrochemical plant in Western Pennsylvania that upgrades locally produced ethane from Marcellus and Utica shale formations gas production to make polyethylene. As construction of the site progresses, the site is now growing to support Commissioning and Start-Up activities and prepare for full operation in the early 2020s.
What's the role
As an Emergency Response Technician, you will provide an initial response to protect People, the Environment, the Asset, and the Shell Reputation in the event of an emergency. You will be effectively and efficiently executing all aspects of emergency response. Individuals in this job are expected to have a visible field presence, as demonstrated through performing core work activities; working with others in the department to coordinate responses and maintain fixed and mobile fire protection equipment throughout the site; demonstrating visible HSSE leadership and commitment; and applying the HSSE management system to work activities. Where compliance and/or assurance issues are not being addressed, this position is expected to escalate those issues to their Team Lead or Emergency Response Manager. You will be a Subject Matter Expert in Industrial Emergency Response and have knowledge of Active Fire Protection systems and Process Safety. Lastly, you will ensure that the Emergency Response processes, training, and drills are completed as required and mobile equipment is maintained and ready to respond.
What you'll be doing
- Be an active member of the Emergency Response Team, which includes annual performance reviews, coaching, and personal development plans
- Participate and engage in the establishment and maintenance of a program of exercises that test Emergency Response Plans and Procedures
- Work with internal and external stakeholders in the planning and execution of Emergency Response initiatives
- Participate in the execution and revisions of the Site Pre-Incident Plans
- Actively participate in on-shift exercises for the Shift Emergency Response Team
- Support the development and maintenance of the training program for the Shift Emergency Response Team to enable them to further develop and be competent to perform their assigned response duties safely and effectively
- Support Emergency Response documentation and ensure the site retains records for periods defined by local legal requirements and the company's Records Management System
- Interface with the Production Team daily
- Provide oversight for all Firewater permitting
- Support the site's testing and periodic maintenance of all mobile and fixed Emergency Response equipment
- Respond to site emergencies and support activities outside of the normal working schedule
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What we need from you
- Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than the current employer
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Emergency Response in an industrial or related setting
- Education - Occupational Health and Safety, Fire Protection, Emergency Response, or related technical degree or certifications
- Certified National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1081 Interior and Exterior (or equivalent)
- Certified as NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Technician (or equivalent)
- Certified as NFPA 1006 Standard for Technical Rescue (or equivalent)
- Minimum of Certified Emergency Medical Responder or Pennsylvania Department of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Certification - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), or Paramedic
- Skill level in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience interfacing with local, state, and federal government agencies
- Must meet the Fitness to Respond requirements for performing firefighting duties
- Previous experience with the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- Hazard recognition, risk assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Working knowledge of industrial firefighting apparatus and foam generation equipment
- Knowledge of OSHA and NFPA regulations
- Experience with the Incident Command System in an industrial or related setting
- Experience responding to large incidents involving chemical and refinery-type emergencies
- NIMS 100, 200, 300
- Experience in coordinating and delivering industrial emergency response training
- Knowledge of proper response to transportation and pipeline emergencies
- Experience in a refinery/chemical production facility in an operations, maintenance, or comparable role
- Perform other Shift Emergency Response Team duties as required
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Demonstrate a personal belief that all personal and process safety incidents are avoidable (achieving Goal Zero)
- Role model Goal Zero commitments for self and team
- Effectively collaborate, communicate, and engage with a large organization
- Maintain excellent relationships with key stakeholders (including Production Operations, Maintenance, and the HSSE organization)
- Demonstrate ownership and accountability for the site emergency response equipment
The base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $106,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.
Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell's US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html.
You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You'll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You'll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.
- Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together
- Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead
- Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices
- Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise
- Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself
- Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working
- Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase - our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.
- Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents
- Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply
- Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams
- Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs
We'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world's most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal, click here.
Shell in The United States
Shell has been in the US for more than 100 years, leading the sector in energy, petrochemicals and refined products. Today, we provide millions of Americans with the energy needed to heat and cool their homes and power the economy.
We operate in all 50 states, from our Deep-Water platforms in the Gulf of America to the Pennsylvania Chemicals complex and our miles of pipelines throughout the US.
We reach our customers through our 13,000 branded retail stations, and we are number 1 in gasoline sales. We also own the #1 brand of motor oil in the U.S. - Pennzoil® - made from natural gas.
We are excited to play a key role in the move to net carbon emissions while providing the oil and gas needed by society for many decades to come.
DISCLAIMER:
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Client-provided location(s): Cranberry Township, PA
Job ID: Shell-R189819
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-02T19:10:24
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Remote Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Snacks
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Sabbatical
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
Professional Development
- Internship Program
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Professional Coaching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
Diversity and Inclusion