Fire Captain

General Statement of Duties of the Fire Captain: Performs difficult public safety, fire prevention, and supervisory responsibilities in the fire station on an assigned shift.

Class and Condition Details: Classification: Full-time, non-exempt position Pay Range: $76,895.00 – $96,118.00 Regularly works (10) 24hr shifts in a 30-day period, assigned shift [A, B, C], and available to be present at structure fires. Benefits include Town paid health insurance for employees, retirement benefits through the Local Government Employees Retirement System, up to 6% match for 401(k) contributions, paid leave (sick, holiday, annual vacation leave), paid training, and more.

Conditions: The Fire Captain is subject to the hazards associated with firefighting incident response work including working in inside and outside environments, working at heights, in extreme hot and cold temperatures, loud noise, vibration, moving parts, electrical current, high heat, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation and oils. Captains are also subject to the final OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens may be required to wear a respirator and may be required to work in close quarters. Work is performed under general supervision of Battalion Chief and is evaluated through observation, conferences, and written reports concerning the quality and effectiveness of incident response.

The Fire Captain role participates in operations including performing difficult public safety, fire prevention, and supervisory responsibilities in the fire station on an assigned shift. This role leads the shift in emergency response including immediate supervision in fire attack inside structures, in emergency medical response, and in the daily cleaning and maintenance activities including apparatus and equipment maintenance, station and grounds maintenance, and related activities. Other duties include supervising and participating in the preparation of fire reports; and various projects for the department requiring coordination of paid and volunteer staff. Work requires that this role to stay abreast of state-of-the-art fire, hazardous materials, and rescue procedures, techniques, and equipment and requires the employee to incorporate the necessary changes into in-service training. Judgment and ability to make effective decisions under pressure are required, particularly in directing staff in incident response.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reports for tour of duty on-time; oversees safety and accountability of all personnel assigned for duration of the tour. Provides first line supervision in the emergency response and station activities on an assigned shift; supervises and participates in the daily activities of equipment, apparatus and station maintenance activities. Leads and participates in incidence response operations as required or until arrival of the incident commander; leads in response to structural, vehicle, or brush fires; emergency medical services; hazardous materials response/mitigation; technical rescue including vehicle/machinery rescue, confined space rescue, trench structural collapse rescue, high/low angle rope rescue and surface water rescue and forest fire response. Prepares detailed reports of incidents and responses; prepares and maintains records of pre-incident plans; may participate in fire prevention inspections and related record-keeping. Coordinates various projects requiring organization of staff such as training, equipment maintenance, safety, hose testing, pumper testing, hydrant maintenance, etc. Participates in providing fire and life safety educational programs, tours, and information to the public. Participates in planning, coordinating and conducting staff training; conducts performance coaching and evaluation. Leads and participates in physical fitness training. Special projects or assignments.

Additional Job Duties Available for call back to maintain staffing levels or response to significant incidents or emergencies. Available for assignment to fill any shift position. Performs in any role assigned within the Incident Command framework required by the incident and established by the Incident Commander. Aware of and performs duties of a Battalion Chief in their absence. Attending meetings required of the position. May be assigned operational budget and perform required oversight and management. Other duties performed as required.

To apply, fill out and submit the online application together with a cover letter and resume through the Town's website. For questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@weavervillenc.org or 828-484-7003.

Salary: Pay Range: $76,895.00 – $96,118.00

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled