How do they match: First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers

  • First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers

  • Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisor

  • Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in firefighting and fire prevention and control.

  • Inspect and test new and existing fire protection systems, fire detection systems, and fire safety equipment to ensure that they are operating properly.
  • Inspect stations, uniforms, equipment, or recreation areas to ensure compliance with safety standards, taking corrective action as necessary.
  • Maintain fire suppression equipment in good condition, checking equipment periodically to ensure that it is ready for use.
  • Perform maintenance and minor repairs on firefighting equipment, including vehicles, and write and submit proposals to modify, replace, and repair equipment.
  • Recommend equipment modifications or new equipment purchases.
  • Schedule employee work assignments and set work priorities.
  • Serve as a working leader of an engine, hand, helicopter, or prescribed fire crew of three or more firefighters.

  • Drive vehicles to transport individuals or equipment.
  • Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
  • Maintain fire fighting tools or equipment.
  • Operate firefighting equipment.
  • Prepare activity or work schedules.
  • Train employees in proper work procedures.