Fire Communications Dispatcher (24/7 Shifts)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Mount Vernon (IN); 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 is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses from Mount Vernon, IN. The role involves receiving incident information, documenting details, and maintaining communication with responding crews, ensuring accurate and timely updates.

Dispatchers must be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, and radio communication. The job may require shifts including overnight, weekends, and holidays to cover major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Comfortable with computer systems and accurate data entry.
• Clear radio communication skills and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and risks; relay information accurately.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.

Skills

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses from Mount Vernon, IN. The role involves receiving incident information, documenting details, and maintaining communication with responding crews, ensuring accurate and timely updates.

Dispatchers must be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, and radio communication. The job may require shifts including overnight, weekends, and holidays to cover major incidents.