Fire Dispatcher — Critical Incident Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Canyon Dam (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Canyon Dam, CA, is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Dispatchers handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

Role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Training may be provided; some positions require fire dispatch certification or related coursework.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent 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.

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Canyon Dam, CA, is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Dispatchers handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

Role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Training may be provided; some positions require fire dispatch certification or related coursework.