Senior Technical Rescue Instructor - Train Global Lifesavers

Roco Rescue; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Roco Rescue in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a full-time rescue instructor to train rescuers from municipal fire departments, industry, and federal agencies. Classes are conducted at the Roco Training Center or on-site at client facilities.

Requirements include NFPA 1006 in Confined Space or Rope Rescue, High School diploma plus rescue training, CPR/BLS current or obtainable within 30 days, and at least 5 years in an emergency response role; instructor development course completed is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with relevant rescue training.
• NFPA 1006 certification in Confined Space Rescue or Rope Rescue.
• Instructor development course completed is strongly preferred.
• Additional related certifications are strongly preferred.
• Current BLS and/or CPR/First Aid or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Bachelor’s or Associate in Fire Science or related field preferred; relevant experience may substitute education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lifesaving technical rescue training to rescuers from municipal, industrial, and federal organizations.
• Instruct disciplines including Confined Space Rescue, Rope Rescue, Rescue from Fall Protection, Rope Access, Trench Rescue, Tower Climbing, and custom courses.
• Ensure student and bystander safety throughout training operations and follow all safety policies.
• Work with one or more other instructors to deliver classes at the Roco Training Center or client facilities.
• Maintain readiness to perform a rescue at any time during training operations.

Skills

EMR/Combat Lifesaver

CPR/First Aid

Confined Space Rescue

Rope Rescue

Fall Protection

Tower Climbing

Trench Rescue

Education

High School diploma or GED with rescue training

Bachelor’s/Associate in Fire Science or related field

Job description

Roco Rescue in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a full-time rescue instructor to train rescuers from municipal fire departments, industry, and federal agencies. Classes are conducted at the Roco Training Center or on-site at client facilities.

Requirements include NFPA 1006 in Confined Space or Rope Rescue, High School diploma plus rescue training, CPR/BLS current or obtainable within 30 days, and at least 5 years in an emergency response role; instructor development course completed is preferred.