Rescue Lead Technician – Confined Space & Rope

Total Safety; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Safety in Austin, TX seeks a Lead Rescue Technician to provide on-site technical rescue standby for client projects, including confined space and rope rescue, with first aid and CPR. The role supports risk assessment, equipment readiness, and planning safe working practices in line with client standards.

You will be part of a safety-focused team, perform daily briefs, monitor conditions, and help ensure compliance and rapid EMS handover in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Must have 80 Hour Rescue Technician and at least 1 year field experience.
• Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid with AED, plus First Responder certification.
• ICS 100/200/700/800 training and Haz-Mat tech proficiency.
• Proficiency in rescue operations and hazard assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing hazards and draft Confined Space Rescue Preplan and RSA.
• May supervise a crew of rescue technicians.
• Conduct daily job briefings with customers and workers.
• Perform ongoing monitoring and report observations to ensure safety.
• In case of accident, locate patient, extricate, hand over to EMS, provide first aid/CPR.

Skills

Rescue Technician

Field Experience

First Aid/CPR

ICS Training

Haz-Mat Training

OSHA Awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Total Safety in Austin, TX seeks a Lead Rescue Technician to provide on-site technical rescue standby for client projects, including confined space and rope rescue, with first aid and CPR. The role supports risk assessment, equipment readiness, and planning safe working practices in line with client standards.

You will be part of a safety-focused team, perform daily briefs, monitor conditions, and help ensure compliance and rapid EMS handover in emergencies.