Industrial Fire Captain: Lead Fire & EMS Operations

Rural Metro Fire; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire seeks an Industrial Fire Captain for our Brownsville site. You will direct the activities of all fire personnel on shift, respond to emergencies, and perform fire suppression, EMS, rescue, and property preservation duties to maintain readiness.

You will also prepare reports, supervise team development, and ensure compliance with safety and contractual obligations. This safety-sensitive role requires testing and adherence to policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze complex documents and solve problems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Firefighter certification and EMS credentials are required per minimum qualifications.
• HazMat Operations certification preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Directs the activities of all Fire personnel during an assigned shift.
• Responds to emergencies and performs fire suppression, EMS, rescue and property preservation.
• Drills and studies methods and organization to maintain readiness.
• Maintains the safety and readiness of facilities and equipment through inspections and maintenance.
• Promotes health and safety of the department and communicates with clients and partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Reasoning ability

Computer skills

Education

State Firefighter 1 or higher

Hazardous Materials - Operations

State or National Registry / EMS credentials

CPR/AED

Job description

Rural Metro Fire seeks an Industrial Fire Captain for our Brownsville site. You will direct the activities of all fire personnel on shift, respond to emergencies, and perform fire suppression, EMS, rescue, and property preservation duties to maintain readiness.

You will also prepare reports, supervise team development, and ensure compliance with safety and contractual obligations. This safety-sensitive role requires testing and adherence to policies and procedures.