Fire Captain & Incident Commander - Lead Medic & Trainer

Steesefire; Alaska; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Steese Fire Department in Alaska is seeking a Captain to provide leadership and oversee emergency response for fire, EMS, rescue, and HazMat incidents within Steese service areas. The role includes commanding incidents, directing driver/operators, and serving as lead medic when needed.

This non-exempt, full-time position requires certification to drive/operate department apparatus, Firefighter II, and EMS standing orders. A rotating 48/96 schedule or 8/40 schedule is typical.

Qualifications

• At least 19 years of age.
• 5 years firefighting experience, including 3 years at an Officer level or equivalent.
• Pass annual department physical agility test.
• Valid Alaska driver’s license and insurable under department policy.
• State of Alaska Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Certification, or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.
• State of Alaska Firefighter II
• State of Alaska Fire Instructor I
• State of Alaska Fire Officer I
• State of Alaska EMT III or AEMT (Parademic preferred)
• HazMat Operations Certification
• ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certificates
• Certification to drive/operate all Steese VFD apparatus within three months of hire

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and training to assigned personnel.
• Perform emergency response duties, including apparatus operation, interior and wildland firefighting, rescue, extrication, and hazardous materials operations.
• Serve as Company Officer or Driver/Operator on emergency response and act as Incident Commander until relieved.
• Function as Lead Medic on ambulance crews when required.
• Conduct and document daily/weekly apparatus checks, initiate maintenance work orders, and ensure readiness of vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain facilities and grounds, performing routine cleaning, stocking, repairs, and upkeep.
• Complete reports and data entry, including ANFIRS, EMS reports, training records, PPE assignments, hose and SCBA records.
• Instruct and support training in fire, rescue, EMS, driver operations, and “check-off” procedures. Assist with training preparation, equipment setup, and instruction during shift-level and department-wide sessions.
• Participate in fire prevention education, accident prevention, and community awareness programs.
• Supervise volunteer personnel, summer hires, or community service workers assigned to the shift, including task delegation, counseling, quality control, and performance evaluations.
• Enforce department policies, directives, and operating guidelines.
• Serve as Acting Battalion Chief at least two (2) evenings per month when not assigned to a shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Fire Chief or designee.

Skills

Leadership

Fire suppression

EMS

Training/Instruction

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Alaska Fire Officer I certification

Alaska Fire Instructor I certification

EMT-III or AEMT certification

HazMat Operations Certification

ICS 100/200/700/800

Steese apparatus driver/operator certification

Job description

Steese Fire Department in Alaska is seeking a Captain to provide leadership and oversee emergency response for fire, EMS, rescue, and HazMat incidents within Steese service areas. The role includes commanding incidents, directing driver/operators, and serving as lead medic when needed.

This non-exempt, full-time position requires certification to drive/operate department apparatus, Firefighter II, and EMS standing orders. A rotating 48/96 schedule or 8/40 schedule is typical.