Rescue Technician

Ancon Services; Ferndale (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation & holidays

Health insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

Ancon Services in Ferndale, WA is seeking a Rescue Technician to provide Stand-by Confined Space Rescue at customer facilities. You will assemble rope systems, work in a team, and perform rescues using RPM Systems, SCBA, and rescue equipment.

Schedule includes weekdays with overtime and weekend work depending on project needs. The role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety protocols, with on-site, in-person work across industrial sites in the region.

Qualifications

• Confined Space Rescue Awareness required or preferred.
• Experience in Low Angle Rope Rescue Operations preferred.
• Rescue Systems 1 certification preferred or equivalent.
• Must be physically fit and able to pass respirator fit testing.
• Willingness to undergo onboarding and random drug testing.
• Onsite work environment at customer facilities.

Skills

Confined Space Rescue Awareness

Low Angle Rope Rescue Operations

Rescue Systems 1

Teamwork & flexibility

Physical fitness

Onboarding

Company training

Job description

Description

What is a Rescue Technician?

Rescue Technicians provide Stand-by Confined Space Rescue to customers such as Refineries, Tank Farms, Power Plants, and many other Industrial Facilities. They are able to use their technical training to set up various rope systems, depending on the situation. Rescue Technicians work in a team environment with like-minded individuals who are goal-oriented, hardworking, and dedicated. Through training, they are able to keep their skills sharp with the Rescue Equipment, including RPM Systems, SCBA, SKED, Stokes Basket, etc. There have been countless Ancon Rescue Technicians who have continued on to become full-time Firefighters with departments all over the US, including LA and Orange Counties!

What are the Qualifications for the Tech 1 position?

1. Confined Space Rescue Awareness
2. Low Angle Rope Rescue Operations
3. Rescue Systems 1
4. Team player with a good attitude and schedule flexibility
5. Physically Fit for physical work requirements (and Respirator/Fit Test)
6. Onboarding and Random Drug Testing
7. Ancon Orientation and Job Skills Training

Benefits beyond hourly pay?

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• Health Insurance/ Dental / Vision
• 401k program with Ancon match

Who is the \"Ancon Family\"?

The \"Ancon Family\" is a Team of highly competent and dedicated individuals that enjoy working together to \"Get the Job Done\". Ancon is Third Generation Family owned and operated. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where all employees are encouraged and supported to develop their skills and abilities into a long-term career with Ancon. More than one of every four employees has been with Ancon over 5 years, and one in 10 over 10 years!

Schedule:

1. Monday to Friday
2. Overtime
3. Weekend work depending on project

License/Certification:

1. CA State Fire Marshall accredited Fire Academy training (Preferred)
2. Confined Space Rescue Awareness (Preferred)
3. Low Angle Rope Rescue Operations (LARRO) (Preferred)
4. Rescue Systems 1 (Preferred)
5. EMT (Preferred)

Work Location: In person