Fire Dispatcher – Critical Communications, Oceano CA

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Arroyo Grande (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified fire dispatchers for opportunities in Oceano, CA. The role involves receiving and documenting incident reports, verifying locations, and alerting stations using approved assignments.

Dispatchers must maintain incident information, handle radio communications, and coordinate resources, with some roles requiring specific training or certifications for advanced duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers offer entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for certain 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

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified fire dispatchers for opportunities in Oceano, CA. The role involves receiving and documenting incident reports, verifying locations, and alerting stations using approved assignments.

Dispatchers must maintain incident information, handle radio communications, and coordinate resources, with some roles requiring specific training or certifications for advanced duties.