Fire Captain, HWAD

Dayzim; Hawthorne (NV); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann seeks a Fire Captain to supervise fire station personnel and apparatus at Hawthorne Army Depot, acting as Entry Team Officer during emergencies. You will lead crews in fire, hazmat, rescue, and emergency response, ensuring readiness of personnel, equipment, and facilities.

You will report to the Fire Chief, coordinate maintenance, training, inspections, and documentation, and may assume Assistant Fire Chief duties to maintain continuity of operations.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years firefighter experience with broad knowledge of fire protection/prevention, emergency response equipment, and Hawthorne Army Depot layout.
• Must possess and maintain Nevada State EMT certification or National Registry; NIMS 300/400 required.
• Valid Nevada Class B CDL with F endorsement; ability to obtain government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned fire station and apparatus operations; plan station priorities and direct personnel.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair of firefighting, hazmat, rescue, and related equipment; supervise inspections and documentation.
• Determine emergency response approach for incidents; assign crew, equipment, and priorities under incident command structure.
• Provide instruction and coaching for firefighting, hazmat response, confined-space rescue, and fire prevention training.

Skills

Fire protection knowledge

Emergency leadership

Firefighting equipment know-how

Training & instruction

Planning & scheduling

Safety & compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nevada EMT certification

NIMS 300/400 certifications

Job description

The Fire Captain supervises assigned fire station personnel and apparatus while serving as Entry Team Officer for emergency incidents at the Hawthorne Army Depot. This position leads assigned crews in fire, hazardous materials, rescue, and emergency response activities and helps maintain personnel, equipment, and station readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned fire station and apparatus operations in coordination with the Fire Chief. Plan station priorities, direct assigned personnel, and support policy, goal, and procedure implementation for the platoon.
• Determine maintenance and repair needs for firefighting, hazardous materials, rescue, and related emergency response equipment, and coordinate repair processes to support shift readiness and emergency response capability. Assign and manage inspection activities for hydrants, alarm boxes, sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, apparatus, and assigned facilities in coordination with fire inspection personnel, ensuring required follow-up actions and documentation are completed.
• Determine the appropriate emergency response approach for assigned shift incidents, including fires, medical emergencies, hazardous materials events, rescue situations, and other depot emergencies. Assign and direct Firefighter/EMT crew members, apparatus, equipment, and response priorities in accordance with emergency response procedures, using discretion and judgment to assess incident conditions, allocate resources, adjust crew assignments, and maintain command accountability until relieved or transitioned under the applicable incident command structure.
• Provide instruction and coaching for emergency response activities, including firefighting, hazardous materials response, confined-space rescue, fire prevention, and building inspection support. Reinforce safe work practices, equipment readiness, and operational compliance.
• Support Fire Department operations, records, reports, schedules, and administrative requirements. Assume Assistant Fire Chief duties when assigned to maintain continuity of fire department operations.
• Report potential or known safety and environmental concerns to the appropriate personnel or department. Maintain high ethical standards and follow Company policies, safety requirements, and the Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct.

KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Fire protection and prevention knowledge sufficient to support station operations, inspections, emergency response, and fire prevention activities.
• Emergency incident leadership capability sufficient to direct assigned crews, serve as Entry Team Officer, and assume command until relieved.
• Knowledge of firefighting, hazardous materials, rescue, and emergency response equipment sufficient to inspect, maintain, and coordinate readiness.
• Training and instruction capability sufficient to support firefighting, hazmat response, confined-space rescue, and fire prevention training activities.
• Planning and scheduling capability sufficient to coordinate station staffing, training, apparatus readiness, inspections, and assigned projects.
• Safety and compliance awareness sufficient to perform emergency response and station duties in accordance with Company, contract, and governmental requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• 2+ years of firefighter experience with broad knowledge of fire protection/prevention, emergency response equipment, and Hawthorne Army Depot layout.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all certifications required by the Master Training Plan. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Nevada or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician certification. NIMS 300 and NIMS 400 certifications required.
• Valid State of Nevada Class B CDL driver’s license with “F” endorsement required. Must be able to obtain and maintain required government security clearance, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives clearance, and favorable NCIC III vetting a required.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the hourly pay range for this role is $67,200- $100,800. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees, and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

Notices to Applicants
For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity
Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail] , and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.