Fire Captain

This job posting is a promotional opportunity, open only to internal employees of the Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department. External applications will not be considered for this position.

Team Gilbert is a high-performing, collaborative team of innovators who do important work that makes our community better every day. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth and a rewarding, innovative work environment.

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to serve as a Fire Captain.

The Fire Captain reports to a Fire Battalion Chief. The primary function of this position is to perform the duties of a firefighter and supervise and direct the emergency response activities at incident scenes. In addition, a Fire Captain supervises a work unit, organizes and plans required training, performs administrative activities in support of operations, and performs special assignments.

• Supervises firefighters by prioritizing and assigning work in adherence to the daily schedule. Shifts priorities as needed. Evaluates firefighter's performance and the performance of the equipment during emergency response operations. Prepares and maintains reports and recommendations for department management. Recommends discipline of assigned personnel as appropriate.
• Responds to emergency calls by determining equipment and personnel to be deployed and provides input in determining the route taken to emergency scene; directs the work of firefighters, supervising and participating in the laying of hose lines, placement of ladders and other equipment, direction of water, ventilation of buildings, rescue efforts and salvage operations.
• Supervises the inspection and maintenance of fire and emergency response equipment. Inspects equipment to ensure efficient operating condition and readiness. Assists in cleaning and maintaining equipment after completion of emergency response operations, as needed. Supervises, tests and participates in minor repairs of apparatus and equipment. Performs fire inspections.
• Reviews, implements, and administers operating policies and procedures and monitors compliance. Maintains a healthy and safe working environment.
• Supervises and reviews the preparation and maintenance of activity reports. Responds to inquiries and information requests.
• Participates in training sessions related to fire suppression and equipment techniques, emergency medical care, hazardous material containment, incident command, leadership training and other related topics. Participates in physical training activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Current safety principles for effective incident mitigation
• Supervisory principles and practices
• Modern firefighting methods and prevention practices
• Applicable fire code
• Basic math and science principles and practices
• Emergency response communication equipment and systems
• Modern office equipment

• Supervising, monitoring and evaluating staff
• Solving complex problems
• Applying critical analyses
• Providing leadership
• Managing time effectively
• Making decisions utilizing good judgment
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

Very Heavy Work:
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Incumbents may be subjected to operating a motor vehicle, moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, travel, and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.

At Team Gilbert, we promote innovative, forward-thinking problem solvers who love what they do. You are someone who effectively exceeds customer needs by building productive…