Unified Response Systems (URS)

Location: North Vancouver, BC

Employment Type: Project-based, Casual

Start Date: ASAP

Project Duration: At least two weeks, with potential for recurring and future work.

Overview:

Unified Response Systems (URS) provides emergency response, technical rescue, and related safety and emergency management services to support industrial and commercial operations.

We are seeking qualified Confined Space Rescue Technicians as part of an Emergency Response Team (ERT) for an industrial project in North Vancouver, BC. Successful candidates may be considered for additional projects as future work becomes available.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Depending on the assigned role, project requirements, and level of qualification, responsibilities may include:

- Supporting confined space rescue standby and emergency response operations under the Emergency Response Team (ERT) supervisor.
- Participating in rescue equipment preparation, inspection, and readiness checks; Assisting with rescue system setup and rigging where qualified and assigned.
- Supporting confined space entry procedures and confined space entry attendant duties, including monitor bump-testing and continuous atmospheric monitoring.
- Monitoring site conditions and communicating potential hazards to appropriate personnel; Participate in pre-job briefings, tool-box talks, and field level hazard assessments.
- Maintaining effective communication with team members, site representatives, the ERT supervisor, and incident command.
- Assisting in first aid response where qualified and assigned
- Maintaining accurate operational documentation and records; Reporting any issues,



hazards, incidents, and near-misses as part of our quality improvement process.
- Follow applicable regulations such as the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations, and other health and safety requirements, including site specific procedures.
- Maintaining professional conduct and readiness throughout assigned shifts.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned by the responsible supervisor

Personnel will ONLY perform duties consistent with their qualifications, training, authorization, and the legal scope of operation.

Required Qualifications:

- NFPA 1006 Confined Space Rescue Operations, OR
- ITRA Confined Space Rescue Level 2 Technician

Applicants must also demonstrate:

- A strong commitment to workplace safety and operational discipline.
- The ability to work effectively in a team based emergency response environment.
- Reliability, punctuality, and professional communication.
- The ability to follow established procedures and respond appropriately to changing site conditions.
- Availability for project work in North Vancouver on short notice.

Preferred Qualifications:

- NFPA 1006 Confined Space Rescue Technician
- ITRA Confined Space Rescue Level 3 Technican
- Occupational First Aid (recognized by WSBC)



or additional first aid training
- Confined Space Entry and Monitor (CSEM)
- Rope Rescue or Rope Access (IRATA/SPRAT) training
- Emergency Response Experience, including Fire / EMS, private / industrial emergency response, Search and Rescue, etc.
- Familiarity with hazard assessments, rescue plans, incident reporting, and site safety procedures
- Additional relevant safety / emergency response certifications

Compensation:

Compensation for this position will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, assigned scope and responsibilities, and the requirements of the project. Specific rates and engagement terms will be discussed with qualified applicants.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an application through indeed. URS is looking to connect with qualified candidates as soon as possible; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in this role.

Unified Response Systems (URS)

Prepared. Capable. Ready to Respond.

Pay: $40.00-$60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 70.0 per week

Perks:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Do you have personal PPEs, such as type 2 hardhat, high-vis, and steel-toed boots?
- Briefly describe your general availability for work
- What is your expected compensation?

Work Location: In person

📌 Confined Space Rescue Technician (North Vancouver)
🏢 Unified Response System
📍 North Vancouver