The Boring Company

The Boring Company

Head of Emergency Response

Nashville, USA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
Stakeholder ManagementProcurementERPLeadershipCommunicationOSHA

Responsibilities

  • Own and maintain the ERT Charter, Emergency Response Plan (ERP), and all supporting SOPs, integrating with existing company procedures and systems.
  • Specify, procure, and manage the ERT vehicle fleet and all equipment; oversee pre-positioning, inspection, and maintenance programs.
  • Build and lead a world-class Emergency Response Team.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive drill and exercise program (tabletop through full-scale, including joint exercises).
  • Manage program budget, records, audits, continuous improvement, and post-incident reviews.
  • Advise on tunnel system design and future expansions from an emergency response perspective.
  • Proven ability to build programs from scratch - policy development, training curricula, equipment procurement, team formation, and regulatory engagement.

Nice to have

  • This role establishes a lean, highly effective, technology-enabled capability that fulfills the operator's exclusive initial emergency response authority under Tennessee law.
  • oversee pre-positioning, inspection, and maintenance programs.
  • Integrate ERT operations with the 24/7 Operations Control Center (OCC) for monitoring, dispatch, and system activation.
  • 8-12+ years of progressive experience leading industrial, facility, or transit emergency response programs (tunnel, underground infrastructure, or high-hazard industrial environments strongly preferred).
  • Deep working knowledge of OSHA 1910.156, NFPA 600/1081/130, ICS/NIMS, and emergency vehicle/equipment programs.
  • Certifications preferred: Fire Officer I or higher, EMT-B or Paramedic (or ability to obtain), confined space rescue technician, or equivalent.
  • TFACA or Pro Board/IFSAC credentials are a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in safety, fire protection, emergency management, or related field (Master's preferred).

Benefits

  • Benefits We offer employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, and a competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees.

Company info

  • Our employees are passionate about our mission and determined to innovate at every opportunity.
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