Rescue Tech (TPT)

Total Safety Careers•Frederick, CO

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 assists with risk assessment, rescue equipment readiness, and practical planning for safe work in compliance with client standards. In an emergency, the technician locates and assesses the patient, prepares them for extrication, removes them from the threatening environment, and transfers them to EMS for medical attention and transport. The position combines office and field/production environments, with travel to and from customer sites 75% of the time. Work may involve exposure to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather. The stated pay is $23.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certification from California Office of the Fire Marshal - State Fire Training; 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 preventive maintenance on rescue equipment so it remains ready for use.

Nice To Haves

Confined Space Entrant qualification.
Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
First Aid with AED certification.
First Responder certification or higher.
Hazwoper training.
Four-gas monitor operation training.
Familiarity with OSHA atmospheric limitations.
Proven proficiency in rescue operations.

Responsibilities

Assist in assessing potential hazards and draft Confined Space Rescue Preplans and Rescue Safety Analyses (RSAs).
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.
May conduct general air-quality monitoring and recommend hazard controls or PPE based on interpretation of the data.
Conduct daily job briefings with customers and workers.
Monitor job conditions and equipment resources, and report observations and recommendations to a supervisor to help maintain worker and team safety.
Complete daily Incident Command System (ICS) reports.
In an accident, locate the patient, assess injuries, package the patient for extrication, remove them from the threatening environment, and hand them over to EMS.
Provide first aid and CPR within the level of training.
Follow handling, inspection, cleaning, and preventive-maintenance guidelines for rescue equipment.
Maintain, inventory, and document rescue-related equipment accurately.
Assist with special projects as assigned.