SUPERVISORY FIREFIGHTER

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Station Chief responsible for oversight and direction of the day-to-day operations of a fire station with two or more firefighting crews (including a Crew Chief and assigned crew) who drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity,

Summary continued fight structural fires, perform rescue operations, and assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards. 1. As the Station Chief, provides immediate oversight and direction of day-to-day operations at a fire station for an assigned shift. 2. Directs the operation of firefighting vehicles such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, and crash-rescue trucks. 3. Supervises the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; hazardous materials (HAZMAT) containment and control duties; and/or Basic Life Support duties. 4. Supervises the rescue of personnel and immediate first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility. 5. Supervises the maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities. 6. Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.