Radio Operator, RADO

Duties

• Must have an understanding and familiarity with the terminology used in fire suppression. This should include, but not be limited to familiarity with the IAP, cache/supply items, resource definitions by kind and type, ICS organizational structure, jobs and positions, etc.
• Must be able to quickly determine the need to contact a supervisor for assistance.
• Obtains a briefing from the supervisor, Incident Communication Center Manager or COML.
• Provides for the safety and welfare of assigned incident personnel.
• Establishes and maintains positive internal and external interpersonal working relationships.
• Obtains work materials from supply.
• Effectively transfers information verbally or in writing on general message form.
• Understands procedures for use of radios, phones, fax and PA system.
• Completes paperwork (radio logs, radio check-out logs, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Responds with appropriate communication to emergency and routine requests on the radio.

Position Knowledge and/or Requirements

• Good understanding of radio protocol.