Operations

The Operations Division is overseen by Assistant Chief Steve Dossett who is supported by three Battalion Chiefs/Shift Coordinators, a Battalion Chief over Support Services, and a staff of 140 firefighters. This team is responsible for delivering direct emergency services as well as support functions required for the effective delivery of services. These responsibilities include:

• Fire Suppression
• Special Operations
  – HazMat Operations
  – Rescue Operations/Confined Space, Subsurface, High Angle
• Air Quality Testing
• Apparatus Specification and Purchasing
• Apparatus Maintenance
• Mutual Aid and Automatic Assist
• Career Development
• Promotions
• Safety
• Equipment Maintenance