Fire Captain
Constellis · Radford, Virginia, US
POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Fire Chief, commands a fire company during an assigned shift. This position plans, develops, coordinates and exec...
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Fire Chief, commands a fire company during an assigned shift. This position plans, develops, coordinates and executes work relating to the activities, functions and programs related to assigned shift or staff position. The Shift Fire Captain will be under general supervision of the Fire Chief. PAY TRANSPARENCY/COMPENSATION: Hourly Rate or Salary Range: $24.25/hr RESPONSIBILITIES: - Responds to fire and emergency alarms and establishes Incident Command. - Directs subordinates in extinguishing fires, rescue work and protecting property; assesses conditions, lays out fire attack strategy and directs deployment of personnel and equipment to effectively accomplish missions. - Determines the firefighting methods to be deployed and the need for additional support and request for same ; remains in command until fire or other emergency is over or when relieved by a superior officer. - Directs salvage, rescue, and overhaul activities. - Supervises and may personally administer first aid, CPR, or other EMS duties. - Supervises station activities including the maintenance and upkeep of buildings, grounds and equipment. - Plans and conducts drills an...