Assistant Fire Chief

 

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the transportation, industrial application, and consumer markets through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.

 

Location: Deer Park, TX

Travel: Minimal / As required for mutual aid and inspections

Job Type: Full-time; On-site

 

How You’ll Make an Impact

As an Assistant Fire Chief, you will serve as the second-in-command and provide overall operational oversight of the emergency response organization, including fire suppression, EMS, HazMat, technical rescue operations, and training programs. In this role, you will:

• Ensure the effective execution and sustainability of all emergency response operations across fire, EMS, HazMat, and technical rescue disciplines.
• Assume full responsibility for departmental operations in the absence of the Fire Chief.
• Support and optimize daily emergency response activities, ensuring readiness, efficiency, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Lead the coordination, delivery, and documentation of over 1,000 annual training hours, including fire, EMS, HazMat, technical rescue, leadership development, emergency driving, and pump operations.
• Oversee EMS operations, including compliance with State Health Department (DSHS) licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with NFPA, OSHA, and industrial emergency response standards.
• Serve as a key liaison within the Channel Industries Mutual Aid (CIMA) network, supporting regional emergency preparedness and response coordination.
• Act as a CIMA Specialist and Zone 3 & 4 Inspection Officer, ensuring readiness and compliance across mutual aid partners.
• Promote a culture of safety, preparedness, and continuous improvement within the emergency response team.

 

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in emergency response or similar operational environment.
• 15+ years of experience in emergency response across fire suppression, rescue, HazMat, and EMS disciplines.
• 10+ years of experience leading and facilitating training programs aligned with NFPA, OSHA, and industrial standards.
• Current and active DSHS EMT certification.
• Active EMS Instructor certification.
• Demonstrated experience in multi-disciplinary emergency operations management.
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate cross-functional emergency response efforts.
• Must be in good standing and fully compliant with all required Emergency Response Team (ERT) training.

 

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

• Experience serving in a command-level or second-in-command role within an industrial or municipal fire department.
• Strong familiarity with Texas industrial emergency response systems, particularly within plant environments.
• Experience working with or within mutual aid organizations such as CIMA.
• Advanced certifications in fire service leadership, HazMat, or technical rescue disciplines.

 

Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

 

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