What are the responsibilities and job description for the Captain position at Spanish Fork City?
Join Spanish Fork Fire & EMS as a Captain
Full-Time
Fire & EMS
$77,178.00 - $115,767.00
Testing Date: July 7, 2026
Currently 4 positions open
Are you a dedicated leader with extensive experience in fire and emergency services? Spanish Fork City is seeking a highly trained individual to join Spanish Fork Fire & EMS as a front line Fire & EMS Captain.
About The Position
In this critical leadership role, you will manage the activities and operations of one or more departmental sections, such as training, logistics, or administration. You will serve as a primary responder, establishing the Incident Command System (ICS) and directing multi-company operations during emergency incidents and planned events. Beyond emergency response, you will mentor assigned staff, assist with budget recommendations, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Education / Experience:
Spanish Fork City offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families:
Applicant will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test
Full-Time
Fire & EMS
$77,178.00 - $115,767.00
Testing Date: July 7, 2026
Currently 4 positions open
Are you a dedicated leader with extensive experience in fire and emergency services? Spanish Fork City is seeking a highly trained individual to join Spanish Fork Fire & EMS as a front line Fire & EMS Captain.
About The Position
In this critical leadership role, you will manage the activities and operations of one or more departmental sections, such as training, logistics, or administration. You will serve as a primary responder, establishing the Incident Command System (ICS) and directing multi-company operations during emergency incidents and planned events. Beyond emergency response, you will mentor assigned staff, assist with budget recommendations, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Safety & Incident Command: Assume duties as the Incident Commander at emergency scenes until relieved by a superior officer.
- Supervision & Mentorship: Direct, supervise, and evaluate assigned personnel, including Firefighters, Engineers, Paramedics, and AEMTs.
- Operational Readiness: Supervise the maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and facilities while participating in fire suppression and technical rescue.
- Administrative Leadership: Prepare reports, conduct research for budget recommendations, and assist in developing departmental goals.
- Community Relations: Respond to and resolve difficult inquiries or complaints from the public with professionalism.
Education / Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED (Associate degree preferred).
- Three (3) years of full-time Fire/EMS experience, or six (6) years of volunteer/part-time experience.
- EMS: Utah or NREMT AEMT or Paramedic certification.
- Medical: Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.
- Fire: Utah State Certified Firefighter I & II and Fire Officer I (IFSAC or ProBoard)
- NIMS: 100, 200, 700a, and 800b (ICS 300 & 400 preferred).
- Required within 1 year: Fire Inspector I (or Company Officer Inspector) and Wildland Red Card certification.
- Thorough knowledge of department policies and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written, and proficiency in standard computer systems and software.
- Ability to perform physical lifting and heavy maneuvering.
- Valid Utah State driver's license.
- Must meet established physical fitness requirements.
- Must be able to meet attendance and punctuality requirements.
Spanish Fork City offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families:
- Health Insurance: Full insurance through SelectHealth with two plan options. The popular High-deductible Health Plan (HDHP) features no employee premium.
- HSA Deductible: Employee $3,500/ Family $7,000
- HSA Out of Pocket Maximum: Employee $3,500/ Family $7,000
- HSA Contributions: The City contributes up to $1,100.00 annually to your Health Savings Account if you participate in the Share Program.
- Dental & Vision: Dental coverage through PEHP and vision coverage through EyeMed.
- Retirement: URS Public Safety Firefighter Retirement.
- Life Insurance: 1x Annual Earnings, up to $150,000.
- Work Schedule: 48/96 work schedule.
- Allowances: City-provided monthly phone stipend.
- Fringe Benefits: Higher Education Assistance, 10 Punch Golf Pass, Wellness Program, Library Card, Individual Horse Arena Riding Pass, etc.
Applicant will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test
Salary : $1,100