Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Forsan (TX); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 56 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Overtime opportunities

Shift premiums

Resumo da oferta

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Forsan, TX is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

This role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, accurate data entry, and proficient use of computer systems and maps. Fire dispatch certification may be required for certain assignments and overtime is possible.

Qualificações

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Entry-level instruction may be provided by some employers.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsabilidades

• 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

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Forsan, TX is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

This role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, accurate data entry, and proficient use of computer systems and maps. Fire dispatch certification may be required for certain assignments and overtime is possible.