Rescue Technician I — Field Rescue & Emergency Response

Total Safety U.S. Inc.; Warren, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Safety is seeking a Rescue Technician to join a safety-conscious team. You will provide technical rescue standby for projects, including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, and perform first aid and CPR when needed.

You will assess risks, prep rescue equipment, plan solutions, and ensure compliance with client standards, while maintaining equipment and documenting readiness for emergencies.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant rescue experience required.
• Confined Space Entrant/Attendant Certification, 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 rescue equipment.
• Some travel to customer sites (75%) expected.

Responsibilities

• Assists in hazard assessment and drafts a Confined Space Rescue Preplan and RSA.
• Performs daily briefings with customers and workers.
• Monitors job conditions and equipment resources; reports observations to supervisor.
• In case of accident, locates patient and turns over to EMS; renders first aid/CPR.
• Maintains and inventories rescue equipment; follows maintenance guidelines.

Skills

Rescue experience

CPR/First Aid

Confined Space

Equipment maintenance

Safety inspections

Field experience

Extensive travel

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

4 Gas Monitor Operation

OSHA Atmosphere Limitation

Job description

Total Safety is seeking a Rescue Technician to join a safety-conscious team. You will provide technical rescue standby for projects, including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, and perform first aid and CPR when needed.

You will assess risks, prep rescue equipment, plan solutions, and ensure compliance with client standards, while maintaining equipment and documenting readiness for emergencies.