Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Maydelle (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Maydelle, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, alert units, and maintain radio communication with responding crews, following established plans and supervisor directions.

The role demands meticulous data handling, calm under pressure, and reliable use of computer systems and maps. Training and certification may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent typically required.
• Fire dispatch training or related coursework may be required for certain positions.
• Strong data handling and radio communication skills are essential.

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

Organizational skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Map reading

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Maydelle, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, alert units, and maintain radio communication with responding crews, following established plans and supervisor directions.

The role demands meticulous data handling, calm under pressure, and reliable use of computer systems and maps. Training and certification may be required for specific assignments.