Rescue Technician: Confined Space & Rope Rescue

Total Safety; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Safety is seeking a Rescue Technician to provide standby rescue for customer projects, including confined space and rope rescue, plus first aid and CPR. You will assess risks, ready equipment, and plan practical solutions that align with client standards.

In incidents, you locate patients, package for extrication, and coordinate with EMS for medical care and transport. Responsibilities include daily briefings, equipment maintenance, and ensuring readiness of rescue gear.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant rescue experience required.
• Certifications listed include Confined Space Entrant/Attendant, Healthcare Provider CPR, First Aid with AED, First Responder or better preferred, Haz-wopper, 4 Gas Monitor Operation Training, Familiar with OSHA Atmosphere Limitation, and proficiency in Rescue Operations.
• Ability to inspect, clean and perform preventative maintenance on all rescue equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing potential hazards and draft rescue preplans and RSA.
• Conduct general air quality monitoring and recommend PPE based on data.
• Lead daily job briefings with customers and workers.
• Monitor job conditions and equipment resources and report observations to supervisor.
• Complete daily incident reports.
• Provide first aid/CPR as trained and assist EMS when needed.
• Maintain readiness of rescue equipment and perform cleaning/maintenance per guidelines.
• Inventory and document rescue equipment.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Rescue experience

Safety procedures knowledge

Rescue operations proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

4 Gas Monitor Operation Training

Haz-wopper training

OSHA Atmosphere Limitation familiarity

Equipment inspection/maintenance tools

Job description

Total Safety is seeking a Rescue Technician to provide standby rescue for customer projects, including confined space and rope rescue, plus first aid and CPR. You will assess risks, ready equipment, and plan practical solutions that align with client standards.

In incidents, you locate patients, package for extrication, and coordinate with EMS for medical care and transport. Responsibilities include daily briefings, equipment maintenance, and ensuring readiness of rescue gear.