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Total Safety Us

Rescue Technician

Kermit, TX

The Rescue Technician provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks ...

Total Safety Us

Rescue Technician

Midland, TX

The Rescue Technician provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks ...

Total Safety U.S., Inc.

Coord - Rescue

Midland, TX

The Coordinator - Rescue & Technical Training is responsible for overseeing rescue operations and delivering technical training services related to Rescue, H2S Gas Detection, Electronics, and ...

Total Safety Us

Coord - Rescue

Midland, TX

The Coordinator - Rescue & Technical Training is responsible for overseeing rescue operations and delivering technical training services related to Rescue, H2S Gas Detection, Electronics, and ...

Total Safety

Coord - Rescue

Midland, TX

The Coordinator - Rescue & Technical Training is responsible for overseeing rescue operations and delivering technical training services related to Rescue, H2S Gas Detection, Electronics, and ...

Total Safety

Coord - Rescue

Midland, TX · On-site

The Coordinator - Rescue & Technical Training is responsible for overseeing rescue operations and delivering technical training services related to Rescue, H2S Gas Detection, Electronics, and ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician I

Bixby, OK · On-site

Perform confined space rescue operations in compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and other regulatory standards. * Monitor and assess hazardous environments, ensuring the safety of personnel in confined ...

IES Safety LLC

Rescue Technician -Part-Time

Gonzales, LA · On-site

$18 - $35/hr

IES Safety, LLC - Rescue Division is seeking part-time Rescue Technicians to join our professional team. You will provide technical rescue standby for customer projects, to include confined space ...

Total Safety

Rescue Technician (TPT)

Gonzales, LA · On-site

$32K - $32K/yr

The Rescue Technician provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks ...

Total Safety Us

Rescue Tech (TPT)

Harbor City, CA

$25/hr

The Rescue Technician provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks ...

Total Safety

Rescue Technician - TPT

Schererville, IN · On-site

The Rescue Technician provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks ...

Total Safety Us

Rescue Tech II

Schererville, IN

The Rescue Technician II provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space and technical rope rescue, and first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks, readying rescue ...

Total Safety Us

Rescue Technician - TPT

Schererville, IN

$34K - $34K/yr

The Rescue Technician provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks ...

Total Safety

Rescue Tech (TPT)

Harbor City, CA · On-site

$25/hr

The Rescue Technician provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks ...

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How much do rescue jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for rescue in the United States is $19.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are rescue workers?

Rescue workers are trained professionals who respond to emergencies and disasters to save lives and provide assistance. They may work in various fields such as firefighting, emergency medical services, search and rescue teams, and disaster response units. Their responsibilities include locating and extricating people from dangerous situations, administering first aid, and coordinating with other emergency services. Rescue workers often undergo rigorous training to handle high-pressure scenarios and use specialized equipment for their missions.

What are some common challenges faced by rescue professionals during emergency operations?

Rescue professionals often encounter unpredictable and high-pressure situations, such as natural disasters or accidents, requiring quick decision-making and adaptability. Navigating hazardous environments, coordinating with diverse emergency teams, and ensuring personal safety while assisting others are frequent challenges. Additionally, maintaining emotional resilience and managing stress are crucial, as the role can involve exposure to traumatic events. Effective communication and teamwork are vital to overcoming these obstacles and delivering successful rescue outcomes.

What is the difference between Rescue vs Emergency Medical Technician?

AspectRescueEmergency Medical Technician
CertificationsRescue certifications, specialized rescue trainingEMT certification (e.g., EMT-B, EMT-Paramedic)
Work EnvironmentRescue operations, disaster sites, water, or high-angle rescuesAmbulances, emergency scenes, hospitals
Industry UsagePublic safety, rescue agencies, fire departmentsEmergency medical services, hospitals

Rescue roles focus on specialized rescue operations, often requiring specific rescue certifications and working in challenging environments. EMTs primarily provide emergency medical care and transport patients to healthcare facilities. While both roles are vital in emergency response, Rescue personnel handle physical rescue tasks, whereas EMTs focus on medical treatment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Rescue Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rescue Worker, you need strong physical fitness, emergency response training, and often certifications such as EMT, firefighter, or specialized rescue credentials. Familiarity with rescue tools, communication devices, and safety equipment is typically required in this role. Critical thinking, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are standout soft skills for rescue professionals. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure effective, timely, and safe responses during emergencies, often making the difference between life and death.
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Infographic showing various Rescue job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,998 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Rescue Technician

Total Safety Us

Kermit, TX

Part-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Total Safety is looking for aRescue Technician to join their safety conscious team! The Rescue Technician provides technical rescue standby for customer projects including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue, as well as first aid and CPR. Assists in assessing risks, readying rescue equipment, and planning practical and 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 and turns over to EMS for medical attention and transport. 

About Total Safety

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.

Essential Duties: 

  • Assists in assessing potential hazards and drafts a Confined Space Rescue Preplan and a Rescue Safety Analysis (RSA). Identifies and communicates potential hazards to all affected parties. Determines hazard controls and emergency contingency plans and ensures that required safety equipment and PPE is readily available and in good working order. 
  • May conduct general air quality monitoring and make recommendations for hazard control or personal protective equipment based on the interpretation of this data. 
  • Conducts daily job briefings with customers and workers. 
  • Performs on-going monitoring of job conditions and equipment resources and reports observations and recommendations to supervisor to assure both worker and team safety is always maintained.  
  • 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 so that it is in a constant state of readiness. 
  • Maintains and accurately inventories and documents all rescue related equipment. 
  • Assists with special projects as assigned. 

Skills and Experience: 

  • 2 years of relevant rescue experience required.
  • Confined Space Entrant/Attendant Certification, Healthcare Provider CPR, First Aid with AED, First Responder or better preferred, Haz-whopper, 4 Gas Monitor Operation Training, Familiar with OSHA Atmosphere Limitation, and Proven Proficiency in Rescue Operations. 
  • Ability to inspect, clean and perform preventative maintenance on all rescue equipment so that it is in a constant state of readiness. 

Working Environment: 

  • 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 75% of time. 

Educational Requirements: 

High School diploma or GED. 

Total Safety and its subsidiaries afford equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. Total Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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