Rescue Technician

Are you a recent municipal fire academy graduate, a student in a Fire Science program, or an Emergency Medical Technician looking for hands-on, high-stakes experience? Working as a Confined Space Rescue Technician is not only a rewarding career but also a fantastic steppingstone into the fire service. It offers real-world exposure to emergency response scenarios that directly align with the skills and demands of a professional firefighter.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform confined space rescue operations in compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and other regulatory standards.

- Monitor and assess hazardous environments, ensuring the safety of personnel in confined spaces such as tanks, vaults, silos, and manholes.

- Maintain and operate specialized rescue equipment, ensuring readiness for emergency response.

- Collaborate with team members, site management, and emergency responders to execute safe, effective rescue operations.

- Stay on-call and respond quickly to emergency situations, providing rapid and efficient rescue services.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

- Hazard Awareness:

- Strong understanding of confined space hazards, including chemical, physical, and atmospheric risks.

- Physical Fitness:

- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in high-risk, confined, and challenging environments.

- Capable of lifting heavy equipment, maneuvering in tight spaces, and sustaining performance over extended periods.

- Clear Communication Skills:

- Ability to work under pressure while effectively communicating with rescue teams, management, and emergency responders.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Certifications: OSHA 30, HazMat, EMT, or specialized confined space rescue certifications.

- Industry Experience: Familiarity with confined space rescue operations in sectors like oil and gas, renewable energy, aerospace, hospitality/theme parks, or medical transportation.

- Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of safety regulations and standards related to confined space work (OSHA, ANSI, etc.).

Working Conditions:

- Environment: Work in confined spaces with potential exposure to hazardous materials or challenging conditions in industrial or construction environments.

- Emergency Response: Must be available for on-call work and capable of responding rapidly to emergency situations.

- Team Collaboration: Function effectively as part of a highly coordinated rescue team to ensure swift and safe operations.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

- EMR, EMT-B, EMT-A License ( NREMT, or state license CA, TX, LA, IN, OK)

- Firefighter I, II, III

- IFSAC or Pro Board Certifications:

- Confined Space Rescue:

- Awareness, Operations, or Technician

- High Angle Rope Rescue:

- Awareness, Operations, or Technician

- Low Angle Rope Rescue:

- Awareness, Operations, or Technician

- HAZMAT:

- FRA ( First Responder Awareness)

- FRO ( First Responder Operations)

- FRT NFPA 470 ( First Responder Technician)