Wildland Fire Captain - Insurance Division

Rural Metro Fire • Salt Lake City, UT

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Wildland Fire Captain - Insurance Division oversees activities including fire prevention and mitigation, pre-fire assessment, and fire suppression. This role reports to, and provides assistance to, a Battalion Chief. In the absence of a Battalion Chief, the Fire Captain shall report directly to the Capstone Insurance Division Chief.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Valid driver license with good driving record
• Able to work any assigned shift, including nights, holidays and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to locations in the western United States for 14 -21 days.
• Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process
• Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other platforms for routine business use.
• Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.
• Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.)
• Minimum required NWCG and FEMA courses: L-180, S-130, S-230, S-231, S-190, S-290, IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800, Q0426
• Minimum Capstone Certification (within 60 days of hire): Capstone – Insurance Captain Position Task Book (PTB)

Nice To Haves

• Advanced first aid and/or EMT

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a fire station, or other site, and the apparatus and personnel assigned.
• Conducts wildfire safety checks and pre-fire planning inspections.
• Develop, direct and participate in drills and training programs.
• Provide information to the public, and participate in public relations events.
• May act in the capacity of Battalion Chief as needed.
• Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 - 21 days, and be dispatched to fires in the western United States. Work hours are typically 8 hour days, however hours may vary based on the job and/or customer needs.
• Supervise the safe operation of company vehicles.
• Conduct performance evaluations of assigned crew members as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees