Technical Rescue Coordinator & Safety Operations Lead

Total Safety GmbH; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Safety is seeking a Rescue Coordinator to lead a safety-focused team in Baton Rouge area. The role supervises staff, plans schedules, and coordinates technical rescue standby for customer projects, ensuring equipment readiness and compliance with safety programs.

The position requires field experience, multiple certifications, and a valid driver’s license. Travel to customer sites is expected as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Must have current driver’s license and valid proof of vehicle insurance.
• Must possess safe driving record and be insurable by Total Safety U.S., Inc. insurance providers for vehicle insurance while driving company truck.
• 120 Hour Rescue Technician (2 of 3 Confined Space/High Angle/Trench)
• 2 Years Field Experience
• Confined Space Entrant/Attendant Certification
• First Aid with AED
• 4 Gas Monitor Operation Training
• Incident Command Training (ICS 100,200,300,400,700,800)
• First Responder/ECA Certification or Higher
• Familiar with OSHA Atmosphere Limitation, and Proven Proficiency in Rescue Operations.
• Instruction 1 Certification (may be same as 2nd ProBoard Cert.)
• Combination of office and field / production environments. Some exposure to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. Travel to and from customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Supervises two or more employees in the assigned department.
• Assigns personnel to shifts and plans daily schedules.
• Coordinates technical rescue through the Incident Command System with EMS and agencies.
• Oversees rigging and use of all technical rescue equipment.
• Maintains inventory and ensures maintenance of rescue equipment.
• Ensures safety program compliance and training for personnel.
• Coaches and develops team skills and problem resolution.
• May fill in or help handle excess rescue workload.

Skills

Rescue operations

Team supervision

Incident Command System

Safety leadership

Driver's license

Field experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

120 Hour Rescue Technician

Confined Space Certification

First Aid with AED

4 Gas Monitor Training

ICS Training (ICS 100,200,300,400,700,800)

Job description

Total Safety is seeking a Rescue Coordinator to lead a safety-focused team in Baton Rouge area. The role supervises staff, plans schedules, and coordinates technical rescue standby for customer projects, ensuring equipment readiness and compliance with safety programs.

The position requires field experience, multiple certifications, and a valid driver’s license. Travel to customer sites is expected as part of duties.