High Angle Rescue Lead, HI

Posted 7/15/2026 · last confirmed live 8/26/2026

Safety Worxs is seeking an  local experienced High Angle Rescue Lead to support a long-term construction project in Honolulu, HI. This is a hands-on field role responsible for providing technical rescue support during high-risk construction activities, ensuring rescue readiness, and responding to emergency situations while maintaining compliance with OSHA and EM 385-1-1 requirements. Responsibilities Serve as the designated High Angle Rescue Technician for the project. Maintain rescue readiness for all elevated work, confined spaces, and other high-risk activities. Inspect, maintain, and document rescue equipment, ropes, harnesses, and rigging systems. Participate in pre-task planning, hazard assessments, and rescue planning. Respond to emergency rescue situations safely and efficiently. Conduct rescue drills and assist with emergency response training. Work closely with site safety personnel to ensure compliance with OSHA and EM 385-1-1 standards. Complete daily documentation, equipment inspections, and incident reports. Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the project. Minimum Qualifications 10+ years of High Angle Rescue experience supporting commercial, industrial, heavy civil, or federal construction projects. Current High Angle Rescue Technician certification (or equivalent nationally recognized certification). Strong working knowledge of rope rescue systems, fall protection, rigging, and rescue operations. Experience working on active construction sites with complex rescue hazards. CPR/AED and First Aid certification (current). Ability to lift 50+ lbs., climb ladders, work at heights, and perform physically demanding rescue operations. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Must be able to pass all project-specific DBIDS background screening. Preferred Qualifications EM 385-1-1 experience. Confined Space Rescue experience. Rope Access certification (SPRAT or IRATA). Previous experience supporting U.S. Navy, USACE, DoD, or other federal projects. Benefits: Full-time with OT Healthcare benefits paid Dental and vision insurance 401k at 4% match Per diem for the right candidate, Local Preferred Long term project $50 - $55/hr. Depending on Experience  

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