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FIRE CAPTAIN - 5/28/26 Charleston County South Carolina

Awendaw, SC

Analyze emergency situations and react quickly, calmly, and correctly to act effectively, giving due regard to hazards and circumstances; supervise and direct assigned personnel activities and daily operations; administer emergency medical care and first aid to injured persons; respond to and direct the route to be taken to emergency calls; supervise the care and maintenance of station, fire apparatus, and grounds; maintain logs and other periodic and activity reports; Engage in strenuous physical activity, which under emergency situations may require long working hours under emotional stress. Incumbents in the Fire Captain class, and administrative/day or other assignments from the Fire Captain class, may be required to function in a lower level class; must be able to demonstrate proficient performance of the essential functions of the lower level class including but not limited to pumping, driving, and firefighting duties; and will be required to possess and maintain required certifications including but not limited to current Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification or higher, valid South Carolina Class E Driver's License, current or previous IFSAC Driver Operator Certification.

30+ days ago

Fire Captain, Sacramento County Airport Fire Sacramento County Council

Sacramento, CA

$123,192–$135,824.40 / year

Training Requirements: Incumbents in this class must complete an initial 40 hour Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting training program in accordance with FAR Part 139 within 6 months of appointment to the class and complete annual training in accordance with FAR 139.319, and Advisory Circular 150/5210-17, including other state and local requirements as a condition of continued employment. Supervising activities of the fire station including direction of emergency operations, assignment of schedules and duties, conducting necessary personnel duties such as interviewing, selecting, and training workers, and initiating or recommending personnel actions; conducting and participating in drills and courses in firefighting techniques, operation of emergency equipment, and other emergency incidents.

2 days ago

Fire Captain City of Kodiak, AK

Kodiak, AK

Ability to: Direct and coordinate the work of lower level staff; Coordinate and conduct fire training programs; Oversee and participate in services and activities of assigned shift including fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical services, disaster preparedness, hazardous materials response, and associated services and activities; Read, interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of fire suppression, emergency medical, and associated vehicles, apparatus, and equipment; Supervise, train, and evaluate staff and implement progressive discipline when necessary; Perform a variety of fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical response, and technical rescue activities; Drive and operate (as certified), and maintain fire suppression, emergency medical, and associated vehicles, apparatus, and equipment safely in varying traffic and weather conditions observing legal and defensive driving practices; Deal effectively with upset or emotional persons or patients; Retain presence of mind and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations; Demonstrate physical endurance, agility, strength, and stamina in the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions; Observe and follow safe firefighting, EMS, and other work practices; Operate modern office equipment and computers including applicable software applications; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in course of work. Knowledge of: Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive Fire Department including fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency management, emergency medical services, disaster preparedness, hazardous materials response, and associated programs, services, and operations; Principles of supervision, training, performance evaluation, and progressive discipline; Operating characteristics, uses, and maintenance requirements of pump engines, fire apparatus, and other firefighting and emergency medical apparatus and equipment; Principles, practices, and procedures used in modern firefighting and in the protection of lives and property; Advanced methods and techniques of emergency medical services response; Fire science theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of emergency service operations including fire suppression, fire prevention, and fire investigation; Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; Principles and practices of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; Current safety practices as they relate to equipment and procedures involved in the fire service and appropriate safety precautions and procedures; Street layout and geography of the City; Methods and techniques of public relations; Modern office equipment and computers including applicable software applications.

30+ days ago

Fire Captain Matanuska Susitna Borough

Palmer, AK

$29.83–$32.29 / hour

Under the direction of the Fire Service Battalion Chief, this position is responsible for providing direction to an assigned shift of fire service personnel in the areas of fire suppression, rescue operations, hazardous materials response, fire training, apparatus/equipment readiness, safety, and facility operations and maintenance. When an emergency services Employee who works a 56 hour/week schedule is scheduled to work one of the holidays and does not work, his/her personal leave account shall be charged for twenty-four hours unless the absence is because of bereavement.

10 days ago

FIRE CAPTAIN - ELY State of Nevada

Ely, NV

$59,842.08–$88,447.68 / year

Ability to: supervise a fire crew or Engine Company in any call-out situation; apply the principles of the ICS in incidents of moderate to high complexity; evaluate complex situations and request appropriate additional resources; provide firefighting training to assigned personnel; inspect, test and ensure proper operation of all firefighting equipment within a company; maintain records and prepare reports; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; apply principles of fire prevention, inspection and investigation; deal effectively with victims, bystanders and responding personnel in emergency situations. Supervise and/or participate in fire prevention activities; inspect areas designated for prescribed burning; advise land owners of regulations; determine approval/denial of fire permit; check campfires; advise the public of fire danger, safety and fire restrictions; make safety presentations to homeowners, students and civic groups; conduct defensible space inspections; and post signs to educate the public and reduce fire occurrence.

30+ days ago

Fire Captain City of Las Vegas New Mexico

$70,000–$84,000 / year

City of Las Vegas Animal Care Center. City of Las Vegas Rough Rider Museum.

30+ days ago

FIRE CAPTAIN State Of California

Santa Clara, CA

$6,354–$8,234

The incumbent typically is required to perform psychologically stressful and/or physically demanding duties consistent with firefighting, disaster response, and emergency medical response, including working in isolated areas, walking or running on uneven, rough terrain, and remaining on duty 24 hours or longer without a break while performing these duties. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.

2 days ago

FIRE CAPTAIN CORRECTION INSTITUTION State Of California

Kern County, CA

$4,882–$9,203

Ability to: Control, direct, and instruct incarcerated persons individually and in groups; train others in fire prevention, fire suppression, and rescue work; interpret and enforce institution rules and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality; evaluate the conduct and production of incarcerated persons accurately and impartially; analyze situations and take effective action; investigate fires to determine causes; prepare cost and damage estimates; review construction plans for conformance with safety principles; keep records and prepare reports. Special Personal Characteristics: Emotional maturity and stability; sympathetic and objective understanding of persons under restraint; satisfactory record as a law-abiding citizen; leadership ability; tact; courage; willingness to work at night and to report for duty whenever emergencies arise; hearing adequacy within speech frequencies (uncorrected); normal use of both hands and both feet; physical strength and agility; and weight in proportion to height.

10 days ago

Fire Captain (20762816) City of Dixon, California

Dixon, CA

This position coordinates and directs advanced firefighting activities, emergency medical aids, emergency rescue and other emergency and prevention activities, in protecting life and property; oversees subordinate personnel engaged in training, station and equipment maintenance; assists and participates in training programs; drives, operates and maintains all fire apparatus and equipment. EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING: Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a Personal History Statement (PHS) review, personal background investigation, pre-employment medical, and drug test, an 18-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.

15 days ago

Fire Captain City of Homer Alaska

Homer, AK

Full time

Non-exempt position (eligible for OT)$5000 Recruitment Bonus for Licensed Paramedics Residency requirement: Employees of the Homer Volunteer Fire Department are required to live within a 15 minute maximum response/ drive time to Fire Station 1 Employees will work 24 hours on and 48 hours off (56 hour/week schedule) Successful applicants must pass the following: pre-employment drug screening, an NFPA approved physical examination, and a comprehensive background investigation. Please email: Fire Chief, Dan Jager djager@ci.homer.ak.us Fire Captain/ ALS EMTGENERAL FUNCTIONSThis position is expected to respond to emergency calls as a Company Officer-Advanced Life Support provider as well as provide training, maintenance and support services within the Fire Department.

15 days ago

Fire Captain (Full-time) - Otsego League of Minnesota Cities

otsego, MN

$84,843.20–$108,596.80 / year

A comprehensive benefits package is also available including medical, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays off, personal time-off, and participation in the Public Employees' Retirement Association. Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mncities .

8 days ago

Fire Training Officer (Captain) City of Concord, NH

Concord, NH

$36.73–$53.17 / hour

Working Conditions: While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to flames, smoke, extreme hot or cold conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, work in high precarious places, hazardous materials, risk of electrical shock, highly contagious and/or infectious diseases through close contact with patients and/or contaminated body fluids, and violent and uncontrollable individuals. After initial new employee enrollment, changes in benefit selections are only allowed during the group re-opening period just prior to each plan year, within 30 days of a birth, adoption, death, marriage, divorce, a change in the employment status of the employee or employee's spouse or within 60 days of a loss of Medicaid coverage or loss of coverage under the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

30+ days ago

Fire Crew Captain State of Arizona

Flagstaff, AZ

$24.71–$27.37 / hour

In partnership with local, county, state, and federal agencies, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) protects Arizona's people by: providing coordination and resource response for the suppression and management of wildland fire; delivering education to aid in wildland fire prevention; providing integrated management strategies, technical assistance and information through various Department programs; collaborating in forest restoration projects; and ensuring fire and life safety through permitting, plan reviews and building inspections. This position provides leadership and direction for the Department of Corrections, Reentry and Rehabilitation staff and inmates on wildland fire suppression and wildland urban interface/intermix situations as well as fuels mitigation projects including hand, mechanical and prescribed fire treatments.

30+ days ago

Fire Engine Captain State of Arizona

Flagstaff, AZ

$24.71–$26.42 / hour

Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The Department of Forestry and Fire Management provides services through strategic implementation of cooperative natural resources and fire assistance programs, development and support of statewide fire policies, and coordination of resources across all-lands and jurisdictions.

30+ days ago

Fire Captain North Charleston City Council

North Charleston, SC

For description, visit PDF: https://cms2.revize.com/revize/cityofnorthcharleston/department_job_detail_T9_R206.php .

30+ days ago

Fire Captain The Chumash Casino Resort

Santa Ynez, CA

Knowledge of fire behavior and suppression techniques; operation and maintenance of pumping engines and water tender; practical/applied hydraulics; mathematics; water pressure and flow calculations; hydrant and water main systems; traffic laws and regulations; reservation geography; universal fire vocabulary and emergency medical care and basic life support techniques; basic mechanical and building construction maintenance principles; universal safety precautions when providing medical attention; equipment safety inspection procedures; the proper handling of toxic/hazardous materials. Under general direction of the Assistant Fire Chief, the Fire Captain plans, organizes, supervises, and participates in fire suppression, prevention, and basic investigation of structure fires, wildland fires, medical aids, vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, rescue efforts, and other emergency calls.

30+ days ago

Fire Captain Chumash Enterprises

Santa Ynez, California

Full time

Knowledge of fire behavior and suppression techniques; operation and maintenance of pumping engines and water tender; practical/applied hydraulics; mathematics; water pressure and flow calculations; hydrant and water main systems; traffic laws and regulations; reservation geography; universal fire vocabulary and emergency medical care and basic life support techniques; basic mechanical and building construction maintenance principles; universal safety precautions when providing medical attention; equipment safety inspection procedures; the proper handling of toxic/hazardous materials. Overview: Under general direction of the Assistant Fire Chief, the Fire Captain plans, organizes, supervises, and participates in fire suppression, prevention, and basic investigation of structure fires, wildland fires, medical aids, vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, rescue efforts, and other emergency calls.

30+ days ago

Fire Captain City of Homer

Homer, AK

JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ACTIVITIES: Recruits, trains, and leads fire personnel, volunteers, rescuers, and medics; assures that personnel are ready and prepared for duty, are adequately trained and equipped, and are held accountable for duties and responsibilities assigned. This position is expected to respond to emergency calls as a Company Officer-Advanced Life Support provider as well as provide training, maintenance and support services within the Fire Department.

30+ days ago

Fire Captain Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, NY

Supervision, Command and Control of All Responses: Provides services, consultation, advice and timely incident/complaint handling, detection, response, suppression, mitigation and resolution for campus emergencies including, but not limited to fires, fire alarms, medical emergencies, trouble alarms, local alarms, elevator response, odor complaints, accidents, safety complaints, confined space rescue, chemical/biological/radioactive and nuclear threats and spills, sprinkler system activations, facility/utility shutdowns, and campus problems or assistance requests made by other campus departments. '',''2602563'',''2602563'',''Commander for Fire & Emergency Services'',''Commander for Fire & Emergency Services'',''Environmental Health and Safety'',''Environmental Health and Safety'',''US-NY-Stony Brook'',''US-NY-Stony Brook'',''Environmental Health and Safety'',''Environmental Health and Safety'',''Full-time'',''Full-time'',''Variable'',''Variable'',''Varies.'',''Varies.'','''','''',''Aug 5, 2026'',''Aug 5, 2026'',''Aug 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM'',''Aug 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM'',''$90,650 - $95,625'',''$90,650 - $95,625'',''Term'',''Term'',''SL4'',''SL4'',''Stony Brook University'',''Stony Brook University'',''false'',''737253'',''737253'',''true'',''737253'',''false'',''Submission for the position: Fire Captain - (Job Number: 2602563)'',''false'',''737253'',''false'',''true''.

16 days ago

Fire Training Captain - Industrial GardaWorld Security Services U.S.

Georgetown, KY

Full time

p>GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

30+ days ago

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Fire Captain Jobs in the United States

FIRE CAPTAIN - 5/28/26 Charleston County South Carolina

Fire Captain, Sacramento County Airport Fire Sacramento County Council

Fire Captain City of Kodiak, AK

Fire Captain Matanuska Susitna Borough

FIRE CAPTAIN - ELY State of Nevada

Fire Captain City of Las Vegas New Mexico

FIRE CAPTAIN State Of California

FIRE CAPTAIN CORRECTION INSTITUTION State Of California

Fire Captain (20762816) City of Dixon, California

Fire Captain City of Homer Alaska

Fire Captain (Full-time) - Otsego League of Minnesota Cities

Fire Training Officer (Captain) City of Concord, NH

Fire Crew Captain State of Arizona

Fire Engine Captain State of Arizona

Fire Captain North Charleston City Council

Fire Captain The Chumash Casino Resort

Fire Captain Chumash Enterprises

Fire Captain City of Homer

Fire Captain Stony Brook University

Fire Training Captain - Industrial GardaWorld Security Services U.S.

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