Fire Communications Dispatcher (24/7 Shifts)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Killeen, TX seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Duties include receiving reports, alerting resources, and maintaining radio communication with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments. Work may involve all hours, overtime, and on-call coverage.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Killeen, TX seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Duties include receiving reports, alerting resources, and maintaining radio communication with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments. Work may involve all hours, overtime, and on-call coverage.