Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Honomu (HI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Honomu, HI seeks dedicated fire dispatch personnel. You will receive and document incident reports, verify locations, alert responding units, and monitor radio channels to ensure timely response.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency with computer systems, and potential for shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training may be provided for entry-level candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or related emergency training may be required for specific assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is important.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident updates.
• Record dispatch times and movements; coordinate resources as needed.

Skills

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Clear written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Honomu, HI seeks dedicated fire dispatch personnel. You will receive and document incident reports, verify locations, alert responding units, and monitor radio channels to ensure timely response.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency with computer systems, and potential for shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training may be provided for entry-level candidates.