FIRE CAPTAIN jobs in the United States
FIRE CAPTAIN manages a team of firefighters. Ensures all equipment is properly maintained and serviced. Being a FIRE CAPTAIN directs training and conditioning activities. Administers the staff work schedule to ensure adequate coverage. Additionally, FIRE CAPTAIN leads and coordinates responses to fire events, hazardous material incidents, auto accidents, and search and rescue operations. Prepares post-incident reports as required. Leads or coordinates fire safety education and inspection activities. Typically is required to pass periodic physical ability tests. May require registry in NREMT. Typically requires an associate degree in fire science. Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a manager. The FIRE CAPTAIN manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a FIRE CAPTAIN typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added FIRE CAPTAIN jobs
- Wilton Fire Protection District
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Wilton, CA
FULL_TIME
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The Wilton Fire Protection District is a team-oriented organization that consists of 1 staffed fire station, 2 resident volunteer fire stations, 3 full time captains and a combination of volunteer shift firefighters as well as resident volunteer firefighters. The district provides fire suppression and emergency medical assistance to residents located within its 59 -square-mile boundary. Adding volunteer members to our staffing is extremely vital to the success of our district. We rely on their assistance when multiple calls come in or when large incidents occur that require more personnel.
We are committed to working together towards building a stronger safer community and are truly grateful and proud to serve the citizens of Wilton.
WFPD EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Firefighters positions are not full-time unless noted. Positions can be applied for by emailing your resume to applications@wilton-fire.org. Applications can be obtained from the Fire Administration Office at 9800 Dillard Road between the hours of 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Should you have any questions regarding our positions, we ask that you e-mail us at the address above and someone from our Recruitment Staff will contact you back in a timely manner.
Fire Captain
JOB OBJECTIVES:
A person assigned to Fire Captain Classification is trained in fire suppression and emergency medical care and is engaged in the prevention, control, and extinguishment of fires and response to emergency situations where life, property or the environment is at risk. Under the supervision of higher level supervisory and management staff, the Fire Captain operates and maintains fire apparatus and other fire agency equipment; responds to fire alarms and other emergency and non-emergency calls to protect life and property; provides basic life support and medical assistance; and conducts fire prevention inspection and public education programs. The Fire Captain supervises the District’s Firefighters and Fire Engineers at assigned stations and works directly for and in cooperation with the Duty Chief.
- Three years continuous fire suppression, emergency medical response, and fire prevention as a paid or volunteer firefighter with at least two years as a full-time paid firefighter and two years of supervisory experience at the level of Engineer or higher (current District employees may apply if they meet this minimum requirement); OR
- Two years of continuous fire suppression, emergency medical response, and fire prevention as a paid or volunteer firefighter and currently employed by the District
- CSFM Fire Officer Certification (within 1 year); OR
- Education Requirement for CSFM Company Officer (2014)
- Emergency Medical Technician certificate valid in the State of California
- CSFM Firefighter I certification
- CSFM Driver/Operator 1A & 1B (within 6 months)
- 8 Days Ago
- Willow Oak Fire Protection District
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Woodland, CA
FULL_TIME
- DESCRIPTIONUnder direction, plans, directs, coordinates and supervises daily Fire Department operations of assigned crew as Engine Company Officer; to supervise firefighters during non-emergency, as w...
- Just Posted
- Capstone Fire & Safety Management
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Escondido, CA
FULL_TIME
- FULL-TIME and PART-TIME Opportunities available in: Escondido, CA Average Annual Salary: $29.00 per hour We are hiring Fire Captains that will supervise and oversee a number of Firefighters and Fire E...
- 25 Days Ago
- City of Dixon
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Dixon, CA
FULL_TIME
- JOB The Dixon Fire Department is looking to fill a full-time vacancy for a Fire Captain and to establish an eligibility list for any future vacancies. This position coordinates and directs advanced fi...
- Just Posted
- Village of Pinehurst
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Pinehurst, NC
FULL_TIME
- An employee in this class supervises and participates in operations at the fire station on an assigned shift. The employee leads the shift in emergency response including immediate supervision in fire...
- 6 Days Ago
- City of Lake Alfred
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Alfred, FL
FULL_TIME
- GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Supervisory and administrative work in supervising the fire suppression, prevention and rescue activities of the fire station under the direction of the Fire Chief. Supervises per...
- 29 Days Ago
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Columbus, OH
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- Republic Airways Inc.
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- Heery
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