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Aramark

Starter Ranger - Part Time

Stone Mountain, GA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Qualifications • Training in First Aid protocols such as Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness Advanced First Aid, Wilderness EMT or EMT/Paramedic preferred • Multi-lingual skills a plus • ...

Aramark

Starter Ranger - Part Time

Stone Mountain, GA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Qualifications • Training in First Aid protocols such as Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness Advanced First Aid, Wilderness EMT or EMT/Paramedic preferred • Multi-lingual skills a plus • ...

Aramark

Starter Ranger - Part Time

Stone Mountain, GA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Qualifications Training in First Aid protocols such as Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness Advanced First Aid, Wilderness EMT or EMT/Paramedic preferred Multi-lingual skills a plus Must have ...

American Ambulance of Visalia

Fireline EMT

Visalia, CA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Wilderness Medicine: Wilderness medicine experience is preferred. * Adaptability: Ability to ... Hold a California EMT License associated with any California LEMSA. * Certifications: Possess a ...

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How much do wilderness emt jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average weekly pay for wilderness emt in the United States is $1,869.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,019.23 and $2,480.77 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Wilderness Emt position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wilderness EMT, you need advanced emergency medical training, strong decision-making skills, and experience with outdoor survival techniques, typically demonstrated by completion of a Wilderness EMT certification course. Familiarity with specialized equipment like portable trauma kits, satellite communication devices, and GPS navigation systems is often required. Excellent communication, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are key soft skills in this field. These abilities are vital for delivering critical care in remote settings where resources are limited and patient outcomes depend on rapid, effective intervention.

What are some unique challenges Wilderness EMTs face compared to traditional EMTs?

Unlike traditional EMTs who operate in urban or suburban environments with rapid access to hospitals and resources, Wilderness EMTs often work in remote areas with limited supplies and delayed evacuation times. This means you'll need to provide extended patient care in challenging weather, rough terrain, and potentially unpredictable situations until advanced help arrives. Collaboration with search and rescue teams or outdoor guides is common, and strong problem-solving skills are essential for improvising solutions. Being prepared both mentally and physically for these demanding conditions is crucial for job success and patient safety.

What is a Wilderness EMT job?

A Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (WEMT) provides medical care in remote and challenging environments where hospital access is delayed. They are trained in both traditional EMT skills and wilderness medicine, which includes prolonged patient care, improvising medical equipment, and making critical decisions in austere conditions. WEMTs often work in outdoor guiding, search and rescue, disaster response, and remote medical support. Their training equips them to handle injuries, illnesses, and environmental emergencies far from conventional medical facilities.

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Infographic showing various Wilderness Emt job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% As Needed, 33% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 13% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,201 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Armed Protective Services Specialist

Vision Quest Solutions Inc

Rapid City, SD • On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description:

Vision Quest Solutions is seeking a highly professional and mission-focused Armed Protective Services Specialist to support security, emergency response, wilderness medicine, and fire response operations in a dynamic operating environment.This position is ideal for a disciplined protective services professional with experience in armed security, emergency medical response, remote or austere environments, and first-response fire support. The selected candidate will serve as a visible security and safety presence while also providing immediate response to medical incidents, environmental hazards, fire-related emergencies, evacuations, and other safety and security concerns.
Key Responsibilities

  • Provide armed security and protective services support in accordance with company policy, client requirements, and applicable laws.
  • Maintain a professional, alert, and visible presence to deter threats, identify hazards, and support a safe operating environment.
  • Respond to medical emergencies and provide care within the limits of certification, training, and local law.
  • Support wilderness medicine and remote-site emergency response, including patient stabilization, evacuation coordination, and communication with EMS.
  • Conduct fire watch, hazard identification, evacuation support, and first-response fire support when safe and authorized.
  • Assist with emergency planning, incident reporting, access control, patrols, safety inspections, and site security operations.
  • Coordinate with law enforcement, fire, EMS, emergency management, and client leadership during incidents.
  • Maintain strict professionalism, sound judgment, and situational awareness during routine and emergency operations.
  • Complete accurate reports for security incidents, medical responses, fire hazards, safety concerns, and emergency actions taken.
Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Current or ability to obtain required armed security license, firearm authorization, guard card, SPO commission, or state/local equivalent.
  • Current firearms qualification, where required.
  • CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
  • Emergency response experience with the ability to provide initial medical support, recognize urgent medical conditions, assist with stabilization, and coordinate appropriate follow-on care within the limits of training, certification, and applicable law.
  • Experience operating in outdoor, remote, wilderness, industrial, camp, border, disaster response, or austere environments.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Ability to pass background screening, drug screening, and client suitability requirements.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, and changing schedules as required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, Wilderness EMT, or Wilderness First Responder.
  • Firefighter I/II, Wildland Firefighter Type 2, S-130/S-190, or equivalent fire response training.
  • ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-700, and IS-800.
  • Prior law enforcement, military, fire service, EMS, emergency management, park safety, protective services, or protective security experience.
  • Experience with evacuation operations, emergency communications, land navigation, trauma response, and incident command.
  • Experience supporting government, critical infrastructure, remote-site, executive protection, or high-threat security operations.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a mature, disciplined, and physically capable protective services professional who can serve as an armed security officer, first responder, and emergency support resource. This person must be able to make sound decisions under stress, operate safely in remote or challenging environments, and understand the importance of working within legal authority, medical scope of practice, and company procedures.