Fire Captain: Lead Fireground Ops & Team

City-of-Compton,-C; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical

Dental

Life and vision insurance

Deferred compensation

Sick and vacation leave

Education reimbursement

Ride share program

Uniform allowance

Other provisions

Job summary

The City of Compton is seeking a Fire Captain to lead a fire station during assigned shifts. You will direct operations, allocate equipment, and supervise a crew to ensure rapid, safe response to fires and emergencies.

Responsibilities include commanding firefighting efforts, directing hose lays, ladders, ventilation, and rescue operations; enforcing discipline and maintaining equipment; and coordinating with Fire Chief and Battalion Chiefs as needed.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from high school with fire-related college courses.
• State certification as a Fire Officer desirable.
• Four+ years in municipal fire department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct command over station activities during a shift and supervise personnel.
• Decide equipment to be used and plan spotting for effective firefighting.
• Oversee extinguishment, rescue, and safety of personnel and civilians.
• Administer first aid and supervise salvage and cleanup operations.
• Maintain discipline, records, and reports; conduct drills and training.
• Inspect facilities, apparatus, and enforce fire laws and ordinances.

Skills

Leadership

Fire suppression

Incident command

Team supervision

Communication

Education

High school diploma + college fire courses

Associate in Science in Fire Science (substitute for required courses)

Job description

The City of Compton is seeking a Fire Captain to lead a fire station during assigned shifts. You will direct operations, allocate equipment, and supervise a crew to ensure rapid, safe response to fires and emergencies.

Responsibilities include commanding firefighting efforts, directing hose lays, ladders, ventilation, and rescue operations; enforcing discipline and maintaining equipment; and coordinating with Fire Chief and Battalion Chiefs as needed.