Fire Department Quartermaster

City of Pearland, TX•Pearland, TX

33d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Quarter Master and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Fire department. The Quarter Master earns a competitive salary of $22.92 - $24.81 /hour based on qualifications. The desired candidate would fill one of two Quartermaster positions that handle all the logistical needs of the Pearland Fire Department. Fleet, facilities, gear, uniforms, medical supplies and firefighting equipment are all examples of the responsibilities shared by the Quartermasters.

Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
Requires two years of logistics, data entry or closely related experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability in NFPA 10, 17, 232, 1801, 1851, 1852, 1858, 1911, 1912, 1931, 1932, 1936, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1971, 1981, 1982, 1983 and 1989 or ability to obtain/learn within one (1) year.
Valid Class B Texas Driver's License, or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the fire service with a working knowledge of fire and EMS equipment is a plus!
Experience working for a paramilitary organization is a plus.
NIMS 300, 400 preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees vehicle maintenance and readiness of all vehicles; maintains accurate reporting via tracking system and/or excel spreadsheets of vehicle maintenance and outfitting.
Transports, inspects, and prepares new vehicles for use.
Coordinates vehicle repair with the city shop to obtain accurate work order status and completion time.
Issuing, ordering, maintenance and distribution of all uniforms and any department issued apparel.
Reports defective parts and issues to facilities maintenance to keep building in compliance with state and federal regulations
Directs and supervises outside vendors to work order areas; ensures that the job is complete, and the work is accurate.
Issuing and documentation of bunker gear.
Tracking and documenting all department issued equipment, gear, apparel, uniforms, SCBA, tools, EMS supplies, radios, and other items.
Order, distribute, inventory and stock all items used by the Department such as but not limited to flags, foam, hose, shelf supplies, batteries, extinguishers, and associated items.
Tracks and schedules equipment warranty service and arranges for replacement, service or repair as needed.
Order, distribute, inventory and stock all EMS items used in the Department.
Oversees all service and repair on all EMS equipment, including capital inventory.
Performs data entry. Maintains records pertaining to inventory, repairs, and preventative maintenance of all respective inventory items.
Schedules work with any outside vendor testing items such as vehicle PM's, hose and nozzle testing, pump, and ladder testing, SCBA, EMS equipment and hydraulic tools.
Conducts safety checks throughout the building to maintain a safe and secure work area.
Escorts equipment shipments to loading unloading areas; inspects and conducts checks on all shipments ensuring packages are secure and unharmed.
Monitors the facility's safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and AED units.
Assist with making recommendations for new equipment/gear or changes in items being ordered by the department.
Assist with the development and maintenance of the specifications and bid lists for equipment, hose, appliances, hazmat supplies, uniforms, bunker gear, PPE, EMS equipment and apparatus.
Assist with disposal and/or auction of obsolete, outdated, and unusable items.
May pick up and deliver equipment from vendors, stations, or office.
Provides data for Capital Improvement Plans (CIP).
Performs related work as assigned.