Superintendent Emergency Services
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Valero is hiring a Superintendent Emergency Services. The Superintendent Emergency Services at Valero will administer and coordinate an effective emergency response program, oversee fire protection budgeting, and support safety initiatives to protect refinery personnel and the surrounding community.
Key focus areas include Maintain up‑to‑date emergency procedures and ensure regulatory compliance, Ensure readiness of refinery emergency response equipment and fire protection systems, and Provide assistance and direction to the Incident Commander during emergencies.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, 10 Years Directly Related Experience, and Industrial Fire Training Certification. Important skills include Maintain Emergency Procedures, Ensure Emergency Readiness, Provide Assistance To Incident Commander, Coordinate Outside Assistance, Lead Emergency Response Personnel, and Provide Technical Assistance On Risk Management. Preferred (not required): ICS/NIMS Qualified For Incident Commander, HAZMAT Technician, Fire Brigade Leadership NFPA1081, and NFPA Fire Ground Safety Officer.
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Description:
Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.
As a Superintendent Emergency Services you will administer and coordinate an effective emergency response program, and assist with the overall safety program to ensure the safety of persons in the facility and surrounding community.
At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:
- Maintain up to date Emergency Procedures (ICP, FRP, etc.) ensuring compliance with applicable government regulations and/or standards (OSHA, DOT, EPA, PSM, etc).
- Ensure emergency readiness of all refinery emergency response equipment and provide oversight of fixed fire protection systems.
- Provide overall assistance/direction to the Incident Commander and may assume Incident Commander responsibilities during emergencies.
- Request and coordinate any outside assistance as needed.
- Provide leadership to emergency response personnel during emergencies ensuring the safety of employees, and community.
- Provide technical assistance/advice on risk management issues related to fire protection and emergency preparedness and response.
- Oversee oil spill response program as needed.
- Support the Safety department by providing occupational safety, health, and industrial hygiene expertise to refinery personnel as needed.
- Schedule and evaluate off site specialized training. Set guidelines, administer, and review expense accounts related to emergency response activities.
- Develop, administer, and control the fire protection budget.
- Assist with new employee orientation. Coordinate the inspection and testing of emergency response equipment (fire trucks, trailers, pumps, fire protection systems, safety equipment, etc.) and maintain the appropriate records.
- Develop, coordinate, and document emergency and evacuation drills for plant personnel.
- Coordinate emergency response drills with the city, county and mutual aid partners.
- Recommend fire protection policies and procedures for management approval.
- Provide monthly progress report on all emergency equipment and training for the Refinery Safety Manager.
- Assist with insurance inspections of the fire protection systems and equipment.
- Maintain contact with local industrial counterparts.
- Maintain an equipment inventory list with design performance specifications.
- Participate in incident investigations as required.
- Research and interpret federal, state and local regulations, policies and procedures related to emergency response and safety.
- Lead others under extreme conditions.
- Read and interpret company policies, regulatory guidelines, and other work-related documentation.
- Abide by confidentiality requirements when working with sensitive information, results, and communications.
- Providing thorough, efficient, and effective customer service to individuals at all levels within the organization.
- Communicate effectively through written and verbal methods.
- Accomplish work within required timelines, including short, long, and emergency timeframes.
- Cross-train in other department duties to ensure efficient coverage department responsibilities.
- Work with others to accomplish challenging assignments.
- Multi-task and prioritize multiple assignments to ensure completion of tasks within stated time requirements.
- Utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Word and Excel).
This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
The salary range for this position is $133,000 to $183,000 and represents Valero’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of expected compensation at the time of this posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications and experience.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Wilmington Refinery, required.
- High School diploma or GED required.
- 10 years of directly related experience required.
- Industrial fire training certification, safety management courses, first aid and CPR certification required
*Preferred Requirements: *
- ICS/NIMS Qualified for Incident Commander during Initial Response
- HAZMAT Technician
- Fire Brigade Leadership NFPA1081
- NFPA Fire Ground Safety Officer
- NFPA 1041 Fire Service Instructor
- Technical Rescue Instructor
- HAZMAT Specialist
- Advanced Tactical Leadership
Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
- Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
- 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
- Company-sponsored Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Program
Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.
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All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria athttps://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.
Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Valero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visitValero.com/Careers.
Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.
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Job: Health, Safety, %26 Environmental: Professionals %26 Engineers Primary Location: US-CA-Wilmington Job Posting: May 28, 2026, 1:55:10 PM Unposting Date: Ongoing Req ID: 260017L
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