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

  • Engine Boss
  • Engine Captain
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Fire Suppression Tech
  • Fire Suppression Technician

  • Instruct and drill fire department personnel in assigned duties, including firefighting, medical care, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and related subjects.
  • Maintain knowledge of fire laws and fire prevention techniques and tactics.
  • Provide emergency medical services as required, and perform light to heavy rescue functions at emergencies.
  • Serve as a working leader of an engine, hand, helicopter, or prescribed fire crew of three or more firefighters.

  • Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.