Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Incident Communicator

Emergency Telecommunicator Services

Toyah (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Toyah, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, receiving incident details, alerting resources, and maintaining communications.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to response plans. The position may require irregular hours including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to response plans. The position may require irregular hours including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

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