Rescue Technician

Position Summary The primary function of the Safety/Rescue Technician ( Levels I, II, III**) is to provide technical rescue standby for customer projects, including confined space rescue, technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. They will assist in assessing risks, readying rescue equipment, and planning practical & effective solutions towards safe working practices in compliance with client’s standards. In case of accident, locates the patient, assesses any injuries, packages for extrication, removes patient from the threatening environment before turning over to EMS. The Safety/ Rescue Technician is capable with supervision of performing safety functions such as rigging up of safety equipment, general gas monitoring functions, and confined space attendant duties. The Safety/Rescue Technician has been trained to calibrate equipment and check to ensure equipment offered is in proper working condition. **Levels assigned will be based on a hands-on evaluation prior to start date. Duties and Responsibilities Assists in assessing potential hazards and drafts a Confined Space Rescue Preplan as well as Rescue Safety Analysis. Identifies and communicates potential hazards to all affected parties. Performs on-going monitoring of job conditions and equipment resources, reports observations and recommendations to supervisor to assure both worker and team safety is maintained throughout the duration of the task. Completes daily ICS (Incident Command System) reports. In case of accident, locates the patient, assesses any injuries, packages for extrication, removes patient from the threatening environment and turns over to EMS for medical attention and transport. Renders first aid and CPR to the level of training. Follows handling, inspection, cleaning, and preventative maintenance guidelines for all rescue equipment to ensure a constant state of readiness Maintains accurate inventory of all rescue related equipment with supporting documentation. Report daily to Principal Contractor, Project Site Representative, or Designated alternate to determine the scope of work and assistance required for the project Acknowledge safety responsibilities, defined by the principal contractor and regulatory agencies prior to commencing work on the project Hazard Awareness and Communications Site Specific Safety Rules Use of personal protective equipment, Restricted areas Emergency response strategy, Individual duties and responsibilities reporting of accidents/incidents and specific hazards Must have monitor technology knowledge to monitor areas for potentially hazardous conditions Perform gas monitor field calibration Perform confined space attendant function where required Maintain breathing air system Maintaining clean office and work areas Assist with emergency First Aid as required