Rescue Tech (TPT)

Total Safety•Frederick, VA

About The Position

Total Safety is seeking a Rescue Technician to provide technical rescue standby for customer projects, including confined space and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. The role supports risk assessment, rescue equipment readiness, and the planning of practical and effective solutions for safe working practices that comply with client standards. In an accident, the technician locates and assesses the patient, packages them for extrication, removes them from the threatening environment, and transfers them to EMS for medical attention and transport. The position includes assessing hazards and preparing confined space rescue preplans and Rescue Safety Analyses; communicating hazards and establishing controls and contingency plans; monitoring job conditions and air quality; conducting briefings; completing Incident Command System reports; and maintaining and inventorying rescue equipment. Work takes place in a combination of office and field/production environments, with travel to customer sites 75% of the time and some exposure to wet or humid conditions and outside weather.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certification from the California Office of the Fire Marshal – State Fire Training, or proof of successful completion of a California Office of the Fire Marshal – State Fire Training Accredited Firefighter 1 Academy, or IFSAC Firefighter I or Pro Board Firefighter 1 certification.
Ability to inspect, clean, and perform preventative maintenance on rescue equipment.

Nice To Haves

Confined Space Entrant qualification.
Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
First Aid with AED certification.
First Responder certification or higher.
Haz-whopper qualification.
4 Gas Monitor Operation Training.
Familiarity with OSHA atmosphere limitations.
Proven proficiency in rescue operations.

Responsibilities

Assist in assessing potential hazards and draft Confined Space Rescue Preplans and Rescue Safety Analyses (RSA).
Identify and communicate potential hazards to affected parties, determine hazard controls and emergency contingency plans, and ensure required safety equipment and PPE are available and in good working order.
Conduct general air quality monitoring and recommend hazard controls or personal protective equipment based on interpretation of monitoring data.
Conduct daily job briefings with customers and workers.
Monitor job conditions and equipment resources, and report observations and recommendations to the supervisor to maintain worker and team safety.
Complete daily Incident Command System (ICS) reports.
In an accident, locate and assess the patient, package them for extrication, remove them from the threatening environment, and turn them over to EMS for medical attention and transport.
Render first aid and CPR to the level of training.
Follow handling, inspection, cleaning, and preventative maintenance guidelines for rescue equipment to keep it ready for use.
Maintain, inventory, and accurately document rescue-related equipment.
Assist with special projects as assigned.