Fire Dispatcher: Emergency Communications in Clintwood

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Clintwood (VA); In loco; USD 40.000 - 56.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazards from Clintwood, VA. You will manage incident details, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires accurate data handling, familiarity with maps and radios, and the ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and holidays. Training and certifications may be required by the employer.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction or training.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency communications coursework may be required for certain assignments.

Mansioni

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access info, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and allocate units using approved response plans.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources via procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Conoscenze

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazards from Clintwood, VA. You will manage incident details, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires accurate data handling, familiarity with maps and radios, and the ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and holidays. Training and certifications may be required by the employer.