Hazmat Technical Rescue

GENERAL DEFINITION :

As a Special Operations Member of the Lehigh County Emergency Rescue Team, you will be responsible for executing high-risk rescue operations and specialized emergency response missions. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in critical situations, requiring advanced skills, training, and a commitment to teamwork.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK : (Illustrative Only)

• High-Risk Rescue Operations : Execute technical rescues in challenging environments such as swift water, confined spaces, high-angle settings, and collapsed structures.
• Specialized Emergency Response : Provide expertise and support in incidents involving hazardous materials, mass casualty incidents, and urban search and rescue (USAR) scenarios.
• Equipment and Tool Proficiency : Maintain and operate specialized equipment and tools required for various rescue operations, ensuring readiness and functionality at all times.
• Team Collaboration : Work closely with other emergency response units, including fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and medical personnel, to coordinate and execute complex operations seamlessly.
• Training and Development : Continuously participate in training exercises and professional development programs to enhance skills in technical rescue techniques, emergency medical care, and incident command systems.
• Community Engagement : Educate and engage with the community on emergency preparedness and safety practices through public demonstrations and outreach initiatives.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of the Emergency Alerting System.

Ability to interact with other public safety agencies and cleanup contractors at an incident scene.

Knowledge of EPA, OSHA, NFPA and other regulatory requirements.

Knowledge of emergency response protocols.

Knowledge of Pennsylvania Act 1990-165 Hazardous Material Emergency Planning and Response Act and other enabling legislation.

Ability to operate a variety of environmental monitoring equipment.

Ability to read and assimilate information from highly technical written manuals and materials.

Ability to speak, read and write English clearly and understandably.

Ability to read and discern visual images and colors on a variety of media, including computer video display terminals.

Ability to work with hand and power tools.

Ability to lift heavy tool kits, spill containment booms, bundles of pads, bags of spill absorbent, etc.

Accuracy in written and typed work assignments.

Ability to present ideas both orally and written.

Successful completion of a criminal history investigation.

ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :

High school diploma or possession of a GED Certificate from a recognized issuing agency.

Minimum certified competency at the OSHA Hazardous Materials Technician level, preferably including Incident Command.

Documented career / volunteer-working experience with a public safety agency.

Experience or education in the operation of computer equipment, peripherals, media, etc.

Experience in providing training to Spec Ops members and other public safety agencies.

Or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities cited above.