Rescue Technician

County of Elmore•Mountain Home, ID

About The Position

The Rescue Technician performs technical work in vehicle extrication, trench rescue, emergency medical assistance, interstate highway scene safety, and related duties. Employees respond to emergency and non-emergency callouts, including medical injuries, trench and rope rescues, and auto, train, and aircraft extrications. They carry dispatch notification devices and respond when requested. Duties include operating equipment and emergency vehicles, extricating victims, and providing basic patient care. Work is performed in stressful emergency situations with limited supervision from the Incident Commander and Rescue Leadership. This position reports to the Emergency Services Director. The Rescue Technician maintains equipment and personal protective gear, performs routine inspections and maintenance, and helps maintain the assigned facility. The role also participates in training, demonstrations, instruction, public relations, and education activities. The position is part-time and on-call, with hours that vary according to emergency response needs. Employees must be available to respond to callouts at all hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Idaho Driver’s License.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have or be able to obtain a First Aid/CPR card within the first 12 months.
Must be able to obtain Emergency Vehicle Obstacle Course and online training certification within the first 12 months; training is provided through the employer.
Knowledge of emergency response standards.
Knowledge of Elmore County, including rural and remote areas.
Knowledge of equipment operation and basic equipment use.
Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, County departments, vendors, contractors, other government agencies, and the public.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to lift 150 pounds.
Ability to be available for emergency calls at all hours of the day.
Ability to assess situations and make sound, reasonable decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations, and established procedures.
Must pass a background check and drug test.
Ability to perform strenuous emergency response work without scheduled warm-up, rest periods, or hydration; work in hot or cold environments; and perform tasks while wearing personal protective equipment.
Ability to stand, climb ladders, balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, and walk or run on uneven surfaces.
Ability to carry up to 75 pounds of equipment for 50 feet; frequently lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; and regularly move objects up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

Maintain equipment in a state of readiness and perform maintenance to prolong its useful life.
Perform routine equipment checks, record findings, and advise an officer if equipment serviceability is in question.
Perform general building and grounds maintenance at the assigned facility as required.
Clean and service equipment after use and perform routine maintenance on equipment, hand tools, and specialized equipment.
Maintain personal protective gear and ensure it is functional and serviceable.
Participate in or conduct training exercises, demonstrations, and instruction to prepare for emergency situations.
Conduct public relations events and educational activities, stage extrication equipment as needed, and conduct station tours.
Communicate courteously and professionally and maintain effective working relationships.
Exchange detailed or technical information with unit members, the public, vendors, and other departments.
Work safely, follow safe work practices, identify and report unsafe conditions, and initiate corrective action according to established procedures.
Safely drive extrication vehicles through traffic using lights, sirens, horns, and other signals to alert traffic and pedestrians to approaching emergency vehicles.
Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and perform equipment operation, victim extrication, basic patient care, and other emergency response duties.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.