Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Mount Aetna (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Mount Aetna, PA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role emphasizes accurate data handling and clear radio communication within established response plans.

Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems and maps, and may need fire dispatch or emergency medical dispatch training. Flexible schedules and shift coverage during major incidents are common requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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

Accurate data entry

Radio communication

Computer systems familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Equivalency credential

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Mount Aetna, PA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role emphasizes accurate data handling and clear radio communication within established response plans.

Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems and maps, and may need fire dispatch or emergency medical dispatch training. Flexible schedules and shift coverage during major incidents are common requirements.