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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 ... Working Conditions • Industrial facility environment with exposure to fire, heat, toxic ...

Total Safety

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 ... Working Conditions • Industrial facility environment with exposure to fire, heat, toxic ...

JARBO

Environmental Services Branch Manager

Omaha, NE

$100K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring a full-time Hazmat Branch Manager to lead environmental emergency response operations and branch personnel in the Omaha, NE metro area. The Branch Manager oversees hazardous materials ...

JARBO

Environmental Services Branch Manager

Omaha, NE

$100K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring a full-time Hazmat Branch Manager to lead environmental emergency response operations and branch personnel in the Omaha, NE metro area. The Branch Manager oversees hazardous materials ...

JARBO

Environmental Services Branch Manager

Fort Collins, CO

$93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring a full-time Hazmat Branch Manager to oversee environmental emergency response operations and branch personnel in the Denver, CO metro area. The Branch Manager directs hazardous ...

JARBO

Environmental Services Branch Manager

Omaha, NE · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring a full-time Hazmat Branch Manager to lead environmental emergency response operations and branch personnel in the Omaha, NE metro area. The Branch Manager oversees hazardous materials ...

Fortify Companies

Emergency Response Coordinator

Boston, MA · On-site

$73K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... emergency response you can rely on when everything needs to go right. For more than 30 years, we ... and environmental hazards. As part of Fortify Companies, we are part of something bigger: a ...

JARBO

Environmental Services Branch Manager

Great Bend, KS · On-site

$93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring a full-time Hazmat Branch Manager to lead environmental emergency response operations and branch personnel in the Great Bend, KS area. The Branch Manager oversees hazardous materials ...

Fortify Companies

Emergency Response Coordinator

Foxboro, MA · On-site

$71K - $87K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... emergency response you can rely on when everything needs to go right. For more than 30 years, we ... and environmental hazards. As part of Fortify Companies, we are part of something bigger: a ...

JARBO

Environmental Services Branch Manager

Fort Collins, CO

$93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring a full-time Hazmat Branch Manager to oversee environmental emergency response operations and branch personnel in the Denver, CO metro area. The Branch Manager directs hazardous ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental emergency response in the United States is $20.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Environmental Emergency Response job involves responding to environmental hazards such as oil spills, chemical leaks, or natural disasters that threaten public health and ecosystems. Professionals in this field assess the situation, contain hazards, and implement cleanup and remediation efforts. They work with government agencies, private companies, and emergency teams to minimize environmental damage. This role often requires knowledge of hazardous materials, safety regulations, and environmental policies.

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Environmental Emergency Response professionals are dispatched to a wide range of incidents, including chemical spills, natural disasters, oil or fuel leaks, hazardous waste releases, and industrial accidents. On any given day, you might assess contamination levels, contain hazardous materials, oversee cleanup operations, and coordinate with local authorities and environmental agencies. The work can be physically demanding, often requiring quick decision-making in high-pressure situations and sometimes working in challenging outdoor environments. Teamwork is crucial, as you'll regularly collaborate with specialists, first responders, and government officials to ensure the safety of both people and the environment.

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To excel in Environmental Emergency Response, you need a background in environmental science, hazardous materials handling, and incident management, often supported by relevant certifications such as HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response). Familiarity with emergency response equipment, chemical detection tools, GIS mapping systems, and decontamination procedures is critical. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help in coordinating swift and effective responses to incidents. These competencies ensure public safety and environmental protection during emergency situations involving hazardous materials or natural disasters.

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Infographic showing various Environmental Emergency Response job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,827 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Emergency Response Technician

Total Safety U.S., Inc.

Midland, TX

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Total Safety rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

31st of 37 rated health and safety providers

Job description

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 industrial facilities. This role ensures the safety of personnel, equipment, and infrastructure by responding rapidly to emergencies, maintaining readiness of firefighting and rescue equipment, and participating in prevention and training activities.

Total Safety is the world's premier provider of integrated safety and compliance services and the products necessary to support them, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment/paramedics, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Our Core Values are People, Safety & Wellbeing, Accountability, Responsibility, Empowerment, Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Firefighting & Hazard Mitigation

•Respond to industrial fires, explosions, chemical releases, and hazardous material incidents.

•Operate firefighting apparatus, pumps, fixed suppression systems, and portable fire equipment.

•Conduct fire prevention inspections, hot work monitoring, and testing of fire protection systems.

•Assist with incident command operations and hazard assessment during emergency events.

Technical Rescue

•Perform confined space, rope/high-angle, trench, and machinery entrapment rescues.

•Use and maintain specialized rescue equipment, including tripods, SCBA, rope systems, and hydraulic tools.

•Participate in emergency response drills, simulations, and pre-incident planning with facility staff.

•Support safe execution of rescue operations in compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and site standards.

Safety & Preparedness

•Promote safety awareness and enforce industrial safety practices during routine operations.

•Conduct equipment inspections and maintain operational readiness of firefighting/rescue tools.

•Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.

•Provide input into emergency response planning and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

•High school diploma or equivalent (post-secondary training in Fire Science or related field preferred).

•Certified Firefighter I & II (NFPA 1001 or equivalent).

•Hazardous Materials Operations (NFPA 472/1072).

•Technical Rescue certifications (confined space, rope rescue, trench, machinery).

•Valid driver’s license: EVOC or industrial vehicle operation experience preferred.

Experience

•Minimum three (3) or more years of firefighting and/or industrial emergency response experience.

•Background in offshore, petrochemical, refinery, LNG, manufacturing, or other heavy industrial environments preferred.

•Demonstrated ability to work effectively in high-stress, hazardous conditions.

Skills & Attributes

•Strong firefighting and rescue proficiency, with focus on industrial hazards.

•Ability to follow command structure and contribute effectively to team operations.

•Physically fit; capable of performing duties while wearing SCBA and protective gear.

•Strong communication and situational awareness skills.

Working Conditions

•Industrial facility environment with exposure to fire, heat, toxic atmospheres, heights, confined spaces, and heavy equipment.

•Rotational shifts, nights, weekends, and on-call availability required.

•Mandatory use of PPE, including bunker gear, SCBA, and rescue harnesses.

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