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Paramedic / EMT — Data Center Construction Project
Company: Drake Group
Location: Lueders, TX
Start Date: 2-4 weeks
Project Duration: Through December 31, 2026 (strong potential for extension into 2027)
Schedule: Rotating 12- or 24-hour shifts providing 24/7 site coverage
Requirements: Texas-certified Paramedic or EMT with field, industrial, or rural EMS experience.
Position Overview
Drake Group is seeking experienced Paramedics and EMTs to provide 24/7 emergency medical coverage for a major data center construction project in Lueders, TX. The site supports a workforce of about 2,500 personnel. This role staffs a dedicated on-site ALS ambulance and an on-site medical room, working closely with project leadership, site safety, and local EMS.
Personnel in this role serve as embedded field medical resources. They deliver emergency response, first aid, and injury triage in a remote setting about 40 minutes from the nearest hospital. The medical program is expected to expand into a full on-site medical facility, and team members on this project will be first in line for those roles.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on certification and experience
- Per diem provided for housing and meals
- Project duration through end of year, with strong extension potential
- Opportunity to help build a full-scale on-site medical program on a large construction project
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 24/7 emergency medical response for an active construction workforce
- Staff a dedicated on-site ALS ambulance, including transports to Haskell Memorial Hospital (about 40 minutes), Abilene-area hospitals, or air medical handoff
- Operate the on-site medical room: triage, first aid, injury care, and return-to-work assessments
- Recognize and treat heat illness, lacerations, eye injuries, fall injuries, and medical emergencies
- Document patient encounters accurately, including OSHA first-aid vs. recordable classification
- Participate in emergency response drills, preparedness planning, and toolbox talks
- Coordinate with site management, HSE leadership, county EMS, and air medical services
- Maintain readiness, inventory, and cleanliness of the ambulance, medical room, and equipment
- Assist with drug and alcohol testing and workforce health monitoring when required
Requirements
- Current Texas DSHS Paramedic or EMT certification (Required)
- Current BLS; ACLS required for Paramedics (Required)
- NREMT certification (Preferred)
- PHTLS or ITLS (Preferred)
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record (Required)
- Ability to work extended shifts in an outdoor construction environment, including West Texas heat
- Comfortable working independently in remote, rural, or field-based locations
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within multi-contractor environments
- Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and site safety orientation
About Drake Group
Drake Group is a veteran-owned industrial medical and safety partner delivering integrated workforce support across the energy, infrastructure, mining, and construction sectors.
Our teams provide on-site medical, safety support, and injury case management for large-scale industrial projects across North America. By embedding experienced field personnel within project operations, Drake helps contractors strengthen safety culture, improve response readiness, and reduce operational disruption.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drake Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.
This role is ideal for Paramedics and EMTs with industrial, oilfield, construction, or rural EMS experience who enjoy working in field-based environments and being an active part of jobsite safety.
If interested, please reach out to hr@drake-fs.com with the subject line “Paramedic/EMT - Lueders.”
Experience:
- Field EMS, industrial standby, or construction site medical: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Experience:
- paramedic / EMT: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $59,009 - $99,596