Rescue Technician - TPT
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 safe work practices by assessing risks, preparing rescue equipment, and planning practical solutions that comply with client standards. In an accident, the technician locates and assesses the patient, prepares them for extrication, removes them from the hazardous environment, and transfers them to EMS for medical care and transport. The position combines office and field/production work and requires travel to and from customer sites 75% of the time. The work may involve exposure to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather. The stated pay is $23; no pay period is specified. Total Safety describes itself as a provider of integrated safety and compliance services and related products, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment and paramedic services, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Its stated core values are People, Safety & Wellbeing, Accountability, Responsibility, Empowerment, Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity. Total Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Certification from 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 certification; or Pro Board Firefighter 1 certification.
- Ability to inspect, clean, and perform preventive maintenance on rescue equipment to keep it ready for use.
Nice To Haves
- Confined Space Entrant qualification.
- Healthcare Provider CPR.
- First Aid with AED.
- First Responder certification or higher.
- Haz-wopper 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 (RSAs).
- Identify and communicate potential hazards to affected parties.
- Determine hazard controls and emergency contingency plans; ensure required safety equipment and PPE are readily 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, reporting observations and recommendations to the supervisor to help maintain worker and team safety.
- Complete daily Incident Command System (ICS) reports.
- In an accident, locate and assess the patient, prepare them for extrication, remove them from the threatening environment, and transfer them to EMS for medical attention and transport.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
