• Job Description

  Req#: 90722

  Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

  Job Location: Whitefish
  Other Potential Locations: Billings, MT; Helena, MT; Missoula, MT; Whitefish, MT
  Anticipated Start Date: 10/02/2023
  Number of Positions: 1
  Salary Range: $97,100 - $129,400

  Who we are and what we do

  Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces.

  What we believe

  At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion. As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to:

  • be treated with dignity and respect.
  • have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities.
  • have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

  We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.

  -BNSF

  Position Location is in Montana; city TBD

  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  This position is responsible for

  1. providing territorial on-site management of spills involving hazardous and non-hazardous materials, derailments involving hazardous materials that pose a threat to the environment, derailments involving fires, and wildfire incidents

  2. participating in a 24X7 on-call rotation

  3. directing BNSF employees and BNSF contractors in the safe response and protection of BNSF infrastructure during wildfire incidents

  4. participating in and maintaining a world-class hazardous material emergency response team and Incident Management Team

  5. leading regional oil spill response plan compliance

  6. providing training for and fostering relationships with local, state and federal responders and agencies

  7. conducting hazmat compliance audits and developing methods to improve and maintain compliance

  8. supporting local BNSF preparedness plan development and evaluation

  9. participating in the assessment and qualification of the BNSF Hazmat Contractor Network.

  10. Travel requirements vary a great deal but can expect up to 50% travel

  Qualifications:

  1. A minimum of a Bachelor’s of Science required with preferred emphasis in engineering, chemistry, toxicology, industrial hygiene OR 3-5 years extensive experience in hazardous materials response, wildfire response and/or incident management will be considered in lieu of a degree.

  2. Five years of hazardous materials emergency response experience is required.

  3. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required.

  4. Knowledge of DOT, TSA, EPA and OSHA regulations is required.

  5. Understanding of FEMA, AGCIH, AIHA and NFPA Standards is desired.

  6. Incident Command Training (ICS100, ICS200, ICS300, ICS700, ICS404, ICS410 and ICS430) is beneficial

  7. Certifications (CIH, CSP and/or CHMM) and advanced firefighting (wildfire and industrial) experience are beneficial.

  BENEFITS

  BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Railroad Retirement
  • Life Insurance
  • Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

  BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS

  • Criminal history
  • Last 7 years of driving history
  • Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
  • Social Security number
  • Education

  MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS:

  • Medical evaluation
  • Drug Screen
  • Other elements as needed

  DRUG TEST ELEMENTS:

  BNSF is committed to a safe and drug free work place and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug free.

  Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic .

  BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

  SF: Internal Posting Only; MO | [[mfield5]] | Operations - Safety | Whitefish, MT | 59808; 59601; 59937; 59047; 59802

• About the company

  The Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Company is the largest freight railroad network in North America.

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