Rescue Technician

Rescue Technician

TekSolv is searching for Rescue Technicians to support projects for our industrial clients. The primary function of the Rescue Technician is to provide technical rescue standby services, including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Technicians will assist in assessing risks, preparing rescue equipment, and planning practical and effective solutions towards safe working practices that are following client standards. In-person training is provided to all individuals before starting.

About Us

TekSolv is an award-winning provider of professional service solutions in the industrial market. Our expertise covers rescue, environmental, health and safety (EHS), training, automation, occupational health, safety apparel and equipment services. TekSolv’s mission is to provide high-quality products and services that promote a culture of safety, compliance, and process improvement - and ultimately protect our clients’ greatest resource - their people. Our core values are to be transparent, maintain high standards, make a difference, respect, and empower, value our clients, encourage innovation and growth, and, of course, have fun! These values play a key role in everything we do here.

We have offices located in Newark, DE, Harrisburg, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, and Collinsville, IL. Our employees primarily service the surrounding areas of their home office; however, cross-country opportunities do arise!

Major Duties and Responsibilities

· Assist in assessing potential hazards and create rescue pre-plan according to the client site and/or job.

· Conduct a Job Safety Analysis (JSA). Identify site-specific rescue anchor points. Develop site-specific hauling/lowering plans.

· Ensure that required safety equipment and PPE is readily available and operational.

· Conduct air quality monitoring and make recommendations for hazard control or personal protective equipment based on the interpretation of this data.

· Continuously monitor site conditions and equipment resources; report on observations and suggest changes to the supervisor to ensure sustained worker and team safety.

· During an accident, locates patient, assesses patient for injuries, packages patient for extrication, removes patient from the threatening environment, and turns patient over to EMS for medical attention and transport. Renders first aid and CPR according to his/her level of training.

· Promotes safe job performance while monitoring project activities.

· Follow handling, inspection, cleaning, and preventative maintenance guidelines for all rescue equipment to keep it in a constant state of readiness.

· Maintain an accurate inventory and document all rescue related equipment.

Work Environment and Schedule

Schedules will vary depending on project needs. The following schedule details listed below are some of the potential shift requirements.

· In-person role - location will vary depending on the client’s site location

· Potential exposure to varying extreme climates and outside weather conditions (heat/cold, wet/humid).

· 8-hour, 10-hour, and 12-hour shifts

· Monday to Friday

· Overtime potential

· Weekend availability

Benefits

· Gain safety and rescue experience in the field

· Skill development

· Growth opportunities within the company

· Flexible schedule

· Opportunities for overtime pay

· Dynamic work environment– no two days are alike!

· Access to company vehicle (if applicable)

· Paid travel (if applicable)

· 401(k) matching (FT only)

· Life, Health, Dental, Vision insurance (FT only)

· Paid time off (FT only)

Job Type and Compensation

· Part-time positions available

· Starting from $20 per hour*

Training rate is $20 per hour. Post-training, earn up to $26 per hour, depending on experience, performance, and successful completion of the training course. Please note, training may not occur immediately upon hiring.*

Requirements

· Valid Driver's License

· Willingness to travel

· Ability to pass drug screening

· Clean criminal background

· CPR/First Aid certified - preferred

· Knowledge of rescue techniques and rope rescue - preferred

· 2+ years of Rescue experience (i.e., military, fire department, EMT) - preferred

· TWIC Card - preferred

· EMT certification - preferred

· OSHA 30 - preferred

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

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Work Location: In person