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RESCUE SOLUTIONS LLC

Rescue Technician

Winchester, KY · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Technical Rescue Standby Confined Space Rescue & Rope Rescue Travel-Based | Industrial Sites Rescue ... As a Confined Space Rescue Technician, you will support industrial operations by providing standby ...

ES Integrated

Safety and Rescue Technician

Sumter, SC

$20/hr

The technician and supervisor will assist in assessing risks, readying rescue equipment, and ... Knowledge of rescue techniques, including rope rescue * Ability to evaluate technical information ...

ES Integrated

Safety and Rescue Technician

Sumter, SC · On-site

$20/hr

The technician and supervisor will assist in assessing risks, readying rescue equipment, and ... Knowledge of rescue techniques, including rope rescue * Ability to evaluate technical information ...

ES Integrated

Safety and Rescue Technician

Sumter, SC · On-site

$20/hr

The technician and supervisor will assist in assessing risks, readying rescue equipment, and ... Knowledge of rescue techniques, including rope rescue * Ability to evaluate technical information ...

RESCUE SOLUTIONS LLC

Rescue Technician

Winchester, KY · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Technical Rescue Standby Confined Space Rescue & Rope Rescue Travel-Based | Industrial Sites Rescue ... As a Confined Space Rescue Technician, you will support industrial operations by providing standby ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Geismar, LA

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Signal Hill, CA · On-site

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Geismar, LA · On-site

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Sulphur, LA

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Beaumont, TX · On-site

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Sulphur, LA · On-site

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

Benicia, CA · On-site

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

Code Red Safety

Rescue Technician

TX · On-site

High Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * Low Angle Rope Rescue: * Awareness, Operations, or Technician * HAZMAT: * FRA ( First Responder Awareness) * FRO ( First Responder ...

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How much do rope rescue technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for rope rescue technician in the United States is $22.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Rope Rescue Technician job?

A Rope Rescue Technician is a trained professional who specializes in using rope systems to perform rescues in challenging or high-angle environments. They work in situations where conventional access is difficult, such as cliffs, towers, confined spaces, and industrial sites. Their responsibilities include assessing risks, setting up rope systems, and safely extracting individuals from hazardous locations. These technicians often work with fire departments, search and rescue teams, or industrial safety units to ensure safe and efficient rescue operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Rope Rescue Technician position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rope Rescue Technician, you need advanced knowledge of rope systems, knots, rigging techniques, and a background in emergency response or technical rescue operations. Certification in Rope Rescue (such as NFPA 1006 or equivalent) and familiarity with specialized equipment like harnesses, pulleys, and descenders are standard requirements. Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and quick decision-making skills are critical for effective collaboration during high-pressure rescue scenarios. These abilities ensure safe, efficient rescues and protect both the victim and team members in hazardous environments.

What does a typical workday look like for a Rope Rescue Technician?

A typical workday for a Rope Rescue Technician often includes regular equipment inspections, hands-on training with team members, and pre-planning rescue scenarios for complex environments like cliffs, industrial sites, or confined spaces. Technicians are often on call for emergencies and must be ready to quickly mobilize and respond to incidents, sometimes working in challenging weather or hazardous conditions. Teamwork is crucial, as successful rope rescues require clear communication and coordination with other responders such as firefighters, EMS, or law enforcement. This role offers variety in daily routines, the chance to build expertise through continual training, and the satisfaction of helping people in critical situations.
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Infographic showing various Rope Rescue Technician job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $47,187 per year, or $22.7 per hour.
Safety and Rescue Technician

Safety and Rescue Technician

ES Integrated

Moncks Corner, SC • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Summary/Objective
EnviroSmart is seeking experienced Safety & Rescue Technicians to provide part-time, as needed safety & rescue services at client sites. The primary function of the Safety/Rescue Technician is to provide site safety oversight and technical rescue standby including confined space rescue and technical rope rescue. The technician and supervisor will assist in assessing risks, readying rescue equipment, and planning practical and effective solutions towards safe working practices that are in compliance with client standards. Additional duties include being an active advocate attached to our safety department team reviewing permits, ongoing work and insuring that site safety standards are met. If an incident should occur, the Rescue Technician must locate the patient, assess his or her injuries, package the patient for extrication, remove the patient from the threatening environment, and turn the patient over to the EMS for medical attention and transport. The Rescue Technician will be trained to calibrate equipment and verify that equipment is operational.
Essential Functions
  • Knowledge of rescue techniques, including rope rescue
  • Ability to evaluate technical information regarding workplace safety
  • Ability to identify safety threats
  • Ability to teach peers and subordinates safety skills in a concise manner
  • Assists in assessing potential hazards
  • Review safety plans and procedures insuring compliance
  • Completes rescue pre-plan according to the client site and job hazards
  • Completes Job Safety Analysis (JSA). Identifies site-specific rescue anchor points
  • Ensures that required safety equipment and PPE is readily available and operational by inspections
  • Continuously monitors job/site conditions and equipment resources; reports observations and recommendations to his/her supervisor to ensure worker and team safety is maintained
  • Follows handling, inspection, cleaning, and preventative maintenance guidelines for all rescue equipment so that it is in a constant state of readiness
  • Conduct site inspection to identify potential OSHA and safety hazards
  • Must have the ability to effectively work as a team member during rescue situations and critical tasks. This includes the ability to problem solve, utilizing interpersonal skills while maintaining a level of professionalism at all times.
  • Follow all rules and regulations as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146, 29 CFR 1926.121-Subpart AA HSE guidelines, and client specific Health and Safety codes of practice
  • Maintains and accurately inventories and documents all rescue related equipment
  • Fire Suppression
  • Overhaul Operations
  • Assisting other company divisions as needed

Physical Demands
  • Must be able to: Pass the NFPA 1582 Firefighter Physical meeting all physical demands within the physical requirements, Pulmonary function test and respirator fit test
  • Physical stamina to stand or respond for long periods of time
  • Ability to remain calm under stress and think logically and quickly during an emergency
  • Able to renders first aid and CPR
  • Works inside, outside, in confined spaces, over all types of terrain, in all kinds of weather
  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb, lift, and carry 100 lbs.; to work in an elevated state or in confined spaces
  • Climb to heights over 50 feet. Ladders / scaffolds / generation equipment
  • Potential long work hours during maintenance outages/shutdowns (12hr+ shifts)

Certifications/Training/ Licensure
  • OSHA Confined Space Rescue Annual 8 Hr Refresher Training (Required)
  • OSHA 30. COSS or CHST (Preferred)
  • Atmospheric Testing (Prefered but will train)
  • Rescue Technician Core NFPA 1006 (Required but will train)
  • Rope Rescue Technician I/II NFPA 1006 (Required but will train)
  • Trench/Excavation Rescue (Required but will train)
  • Confined Space Technician I/II NFPA 1006 (Required but will train)
  • Firefighter II NFPA 1001 (Preferred)
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness/ Operations/ Technician (Preferred but will train)
  • Incident Command System Training ICS (Required for Supervisors)
  • Certification in one or more of the following: First aid & CPR, EMR, EMT, Paramedic (Required)
  • Transportation Workers Identification Card TWIC (Preferred but not required)
  • Valid Driver's License with clean driving record (Required)

Training Rate of Pay
  • All training hours are paid at $20.00/hour

Hours of Work
  • Shift work, flexible schedules and 24/7 on-call availability

Travel
  • Must be able to commute to job site each day. Most work will be performed in the South Carolina area
  • Ability and willingness to commute from home to various locations
  • Ability and willingness to travel and stay in hotels

AAP/EEO Statement
EnviroSmart dba/ES-Integrated Inc. shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: (843) 722-0062
Email: Tiffany.Murphy@ES-Integrated.com
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