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Emergency Response Officer

Georgetown, KY · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

The Emergency Response Officer position serves as a pipeline to a firefighter position assigned to a company within Toyota's Emergency Response Team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable ...

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Emergency Response Technician

Chalmette, LA · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

Emergency Response Technician Are you searching for a career where safety, growth, and a positive workplace culture matter? Look no further than USES Group! Located in Chalmette, LA, we're hiring ...

Emergency Response Coordinator

Goose Creek, SC · On-site

$61K - $75K/yr

CRP provides industrial services, such as steam water compressed air, rail services, security, and emergency response to the nine tenant companies on site. CRP's vision is "Always Safe, Always ...

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

CR 131 Midland, TX 79706, USA Total Safety is looking for an Emergency Response Technician to add to our safety conscious team. The ERT provides fire protection, technical rescue, and hazard ...

Emergency Response Coordinator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Prepare customer care kits and other resources needed for emergency response. * Prospect within your assigned territory to identify new business opportunities. * Conduct ongoing market and territory ...

Emergency Response Technician

Midland, TX · On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

Total Safety is looking for an Emergency Response Technician to add to our safety conscious team. The ERT provides fire protection, technical rescue, and hazard mitigation services within high-risk ...

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How much do emergency response jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for emergency response in the United States is $20.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is emergency response?

Emergency response jobs are roles focused on preparing for, responding to, and managing emergencies such as natural disasters, accidents, or public health crises. These jobs include positions like paramedics, firefighters, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), disaster response coordinators, and search and rescue personnel. Professionals in emergency response work to protect public safety, provide medical care, and coordinate evacuation or relief efforts during crises. Their work often involves collaboration with government agencies, hospitals, and community organizations to ensure effective and timely responses to emergencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in emergency response?

To thrive in Emergency Response, you need a solid grounding in emergency protocols, first aid, crisis management, and typically relevant certifications such as EMT, CPR, or incident command system training. Familiarity with communication equipment, dispatch systems, and specialized rescue tools is often required. Strong decision-making, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills. These abilities are essential for ensuring rapid, effective action and coordination during high-stress, life-threatening situations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in emergency response roles?

Emergency Response professionals often face the challenge of working in high-pressure and unpredictable environments where quick decision-making is crucial. They must be prepared to handle a variety of emergency situations, adapt to rapidly changing conditions, and sometimes work long or irregular hours. Collaboration with other agencies, such as fire departments, law enforcement, and healthcare providers, is common, requiring strong communication and teamwork skills. Additionally, managing emotional stress and ensuring personal safety while helping others are important aspects of the role.

What is the difference between Emergency Response vs Emergency Medical Technician?

AspectEmergency ResponseEmergency Medical Technician
Required CertificationsVaries by role, often includes first aid, CPR, and specialized emergency response trainingEMT certification (e.g., EMT-B, EMT-Paramedic)
Work EnvironmentEmergency scenes, disaster sites, public safety operationsAmbulances, hospitals, emergency scenes
Employer & Industry UsagePublic safety agencies, fire departments, disaster response teamsAmbulance services, hospitals, EMS agencies

Emergency Response involves a broad range of activities including disaster management, rescue operations, and coordination during emergencies, often requiring diverse training. Emergency Medical Technicians focus specifically on providing pre-hospital medical care and are certified to deliver emergency medical services. While both roles operate in emergency settings, Emergency Response covers a wider scope of activities beyond medical care, which is the primary focus of EMTs.

What does an emergency response specialist do?

An emergency response specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating responses to emergencies such as accidents, natural disasters, or hazardous incidents. They assess situations, implement safety protocols, and work with first responders to mitigate risks and ensure safety. The role often requires training in emergency management, first aid, and relevant certifications, and may involve working in high-pressure environments on flexible schedules.
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Infographic showing various Emergency Response job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,907 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Emergency Response Coordinator

Lovelock, NV • On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

About Us:
Solidus Resources is a U.S.-based gold development company backed by Waterton Mining. The company is focused on advancing the Spring Valley Gold Project in Pershing County, Nevada, and specializes in taking high potential gold assets through late-stage development and into production. Solidus applies a technically rigorous, capital-disciplined approach to mine development, with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, operational safety, and community engagement.
The Spring Valley Gold Project is located in the prolific Humboldt Range, an area with approximately 60 million ounces of gold endowment within a 50-mile radius. Envisioned as a long-life, low-cost open-pit, heap-leach operation, Spring Valley has a robust resource base and considerable exploration upside along a 7-mile strike length across the Black Ridge fault zone.
With a leadership team experienced in engineering, permitting, and large-scale project execution, Solidus Resources is advancing Spring Valley through feasibility, permitting, and construction, with a clear path toward operational readiness. The company's goal is to responsibly unlock the value of U.S.-based gold assets while building a reputation for excellence in project delivery and sustainable development.
This position is located on-site at our mine in Lovelock, NV.
The Emergency Response Coordinator oversees site emergency preparedness, ERT staffing and training, equipment readiness, and the Emergency Response Plan. The role also supports incident investigations, safety training, and corrective actions while promoting a strong, proactive safety culture.
Job Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the Emergency Response Coordinator include, but are not limited to the following:
Under the guidance of the Health & Safety Manager:
• Coordinates regular and specialized training for the Spring Valley Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Recruits ERT members to adequately cover emergency response needs on all shifts.
• Coordinates Emergency Medical Responder, CPR, and first aid training for site personnel.
• Strategically plans annual emergency response training activities, equipment needs, and maintenance needs.
• Proposes an annual budget for overall mine rescue activities and needs.
• Maintains the site Emergency Response Plan, emergency equipment, and ERT member certifications.
• Coordinates the planning and administration of Safety & Health training programs and special projects.
• Assists in investigations into mine site injuries and incidents, using standard analytical techniques to find root causes
• Prepares technical reports, maintains safety related documentation, and performs analysis of incident data for trends and recommends corrective actions.
• Takes active "modeling" approach to Safety and risk management, in ensuring the health and safety of all mine site personnel
• Performs job responsibilities in accordance with all regulatory agencies and Spring Valley Mining Company policies, procedures and goals.
• Contributes to a healthy safety culture through participation and development of safety processes
• Facilitates safety meetings, annual refresher training, emergency response training, etc.
• Completes other tasks assigned.
Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in health and safety, with 5+ years of emergency response experience required
• Previous experience leading and managing an emergency response team; mine rescue experience preferred
• Experience coordinating health and safety programs, initiatives, or training
• Previous experience in EMS, firefighting, paramedicine/medical response, or a related field considered an asset
• Previous EMS and/or ERT leadership experience required
• Prior experience with MSHA regulations preferred
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a results-focused approach required
• Strong, positive, and effective English communication skills, including group presentation skills, essential
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of personnel required
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities and objectives required
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with regulatory agencies required
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications
• Well-established safe work history required
The pay range for this role is:
100,000 - 120,000 USD per year (US)