Job Description for Fire Captain:
- Supervises employees and coordinates personnel-related activities including, but not limited to: training, recommending/approving personnel actions, coaching and counseling, establishing performance goals, and writing performance evaluations
- Responds to emergency medical scenes, fire incidents, and other related emergency requests while wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
- Performs firefighting tasks (e.g. hose line operations, climbing, crawling, lifting and carrying heavy objects, ventilating roofs or walls, forcible entry, etc.) rescue operations, and other emergency response actions
- Directs and coordinates emergency scene activities, including the laying of hose lines, the placement of ladders, directing the pressure and use of water streams, ventilation procedures, salvage operations, and overhaul activities unless and until relieved of command by a supervisor
- Directs the continuous maintenance of quarters, equipment, and apparatus at assigned fire stations according to the given standards
- Writes reports of all fires and related emergency activities and reports concerning the use and condition of apparatus, related equipment, and supplies
- Identifies training needs, supervises and instructs classes and drills in firefighting and emergency medical service techniques, including such areas as driving and operating equipment, the use of tools, and 2 techniques of firefighting, first aid, rescuing, and hydraulics to ensure minimum company standards are maintained
- Prepares a variety of reports and records
Fire Captain Job Qualifications:
- Candidates must have 7-10 years of experience in the same field
- Can provide a Certificate of Employment and Diploma
- Must be 25 years old and above.