Rescue Coordinator - Lead Technical Rescue & Safety

Total Safety; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Safety in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Rescue Coordinator to supervise a team and coordinate technical rescue standby for customer projects, including confined space and rope rescue, with emphasis on safety, ICS coordination, and training.

The role involves scheduling, equipment readiness, incident reporting, safety compliance, coaching staff, and collaboration with EMS and federal/state agencies; candidates must have strong driving record, relevant certifications, and High School Diploma.

Qualifications

• Must have current driver’s license and valid proof of vehicle insurance if driving company vehicle.
• Must possess safe driving record and be insurable by Total Safety U.S., Inc. insurance providers for vehicle insurance while driving company truck.
• 120 Hour Rescue Technician (2 of 3 Confined Space/High Angle/Trench)
• 2 Years Field Experience
• Confined Space Entrant/Attendant Certification
• First Aid with AED
• 4 Gas Monitor Operation Training
• Incident Command Training (ICS 100,200,300,400,700,800)
• First Responder/ECA Certification or Higher
• Familiar with OSHA Atmosphere Limitation, and Proven Proficiency in Rescue Operations.
• Instruction 1 Certification (may be same as 2nd ProBoard Cert.)

Responsibilities

• Supervises two or more employees in the assigned department.
• Plans and coordinates activities for technical rescue standby on customer projects.
• Coordinates technical rescue through the Incident Command System.
• Ensures equipment readiness and maintains accurate inventory.
• Oversees safety training and performance coaching for the team.
• Liaises with EMS and governmental agencies for rescue operations.
• Reviews preplans and rescue safety analyses, and ensures corrective actions.

Skills

Rescue Technician

Field Experience

Confined Space Cert

First Aid AED

4 Gas Training

ICS Training

Driver's License

ProBoard Cert

OSHA Knowledge

First Responder

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Total Safety in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Rescue Coordinator to supervise a team and coordinate technical rescue standby for customer projects, including confined space and rope rescue, with emphasis on safety, ICS coordination, and training.

The role involves scheduling, equipment readiness, incident reporting, safety compliance, coaching staff, and collaboration with EMS and federal/state agencies; candidates must have strong driving record, relevant certifications, and High School Diploma.