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This is the first I have heard about this, seems like a lot of trouble to go though to get drunk..

If and when people get hurt or killed let their blood be on the city and the mayor. Look after each other and make it home after each tour. Chris

FDNY gives extra points for NYC Residency

If I was only a few years younger... oh well, good luck

great shots, one question though what is that key box with the number pad looks like its on the officers side of the truck? Chris

How do you get the DOD certifications and stuff? Does the company send you to the schools??

"future Fireman" From looking at your profile I assume that you are in school taking fire science or something along those lines. You make very broad generalizations in your post. I am no paramedic, however I know the time and training is long and hard. So if you are investing all this time and money into becoming a paramedic your logic of pt care would be "downgraded". Then Why do it then? Last time I checked in the EMS world for standard of care it Goes: CFR, EMT, Medic. good luck Chris

R.I.P. God bless Yonkers FD

the above picture is on Franklin street when you go down to the train station in tarrytown. I saw it this morning when I was driving to the station and remebered the photo from here. Chris

one of the guy's I went to UNH did it and It looks really cool and would be a great experience as well. In today's world of people getting out of school and fighting for jobs it would help on the resume. Chris

good luck with the test... from a fellow UNHer (class of 2002) my advise is to take any and all test's that you can. I have been with the MTA for almost 2 years now and even though the media bashes then its a good company to work for. Chris

As per there job posting starting is 34 almost 35k per year, here was the job posting as per MTA BSC website Job Description Job Title: Agency: EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR MTA Headquarters Job ID: Department: 73580 Police Communications Unit Location: Queens Division: Commanding Officer Comm Full/Part Time: Regular/Temporary: Return to Previous Page Job Information SALARY: $34, 869 (salary non-negotiable/ position covered by IBT Local 808 collective bargaining agreement) DEPT/DIV: Police Communications Unit LOCATION: Long Island City, Queens SUPERVISOR: Sergeant or Emergency Communications Supervisor HOURS OF WORK: Varying shifts* *Must be available to work day, afternoon, or overnight shifts, including holidays and weekends as assigned. Summary The Emergency Communications Operators are responsible for handling both emergency and non-emergency calls for police assistance. When assigned to the C3 Center this position monitors and reports on alarms received through the integrated electronic security network in order to provide for the safety and security of the customers and employees of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the protection of the critical infrastructure of the MTA. When assigned to Police Dispatch Emergency Communications Operators must be able to gather and disseminate information obtained from callers in crisis, suicidal callers, and callers in high-risk incidents. They must be able to provide resources to emergency responders who are in distress, and immediate response to any event alarm or condition that may jeopardize safety and security. To accomplish this they must make critical decisions rapidly under high-stress conditions. Emergency Communications Operators must make decisions on dispatching emergency response personnel and resources to the scene of an incident. They are further required to determine if an alarm indication necessitates a response and to determine the nature and scope of the response. Successful candidates must undergo an MTA Police Department background check, and be fingerprinted. Responsibilities °Receives emergency calls for assistance and dispatches emergency responders. °Prioritizes emergency calls to provide critical incident response, identify and utilize available resources and tools to enhance the delivery of public safety services °Use existing map interfaces, mapping program features, and zone beat configurations in order to identify resources to support Police operations. °Monitor all security related systems in the C3 center, which includes but is not limited to intrusion detection, access control, intercom, closed circuit television, and radio telephone communications. °Identify alarms and make appropriate notifications °Process basic system administration tasks and other related work to determine system failures and make notification to EITG for repairs °Maintain a comprehensive situation awareness of system security °Notification to appropriate law enforcement agencies of incidents and to other agencies in the MTA as required. °Monitoring of system health by monitoring, tracking, and reporting to maintenance groups on any systems problems that occur. °Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required relative to alarm activities and C3 Center Operations. °Perform trend analysis of various security events and alarms as directed by supervision. °Research and collect data for system audits. Qualifications °Excellent oral and written communication skills °Ability to make critical decisions based on current data, past experience, and business rules °Ability to prioritize tasks °Excellent analytical abilities °Ability to work rotating and non-traditional tours (evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays) °Ability to work mandatory overtime °Proficiency in a second language, a plus Education and Experience °High School diploma plus two to three years of work experience in a customer service environment required: dispatching or emergency services work experience is highly preferred. °Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other applications. °Basic keyboarding ability. How To Apply Qualified applicants can submit an online application by clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button from either the CAREERS page or from the JOB DESCRIPTION page. If you have previously applied on line for other positions, enter your User Name and Password. If it is your first registration, click on the CLICK HERE TO REGISTER hyperlink and enter a User Name and Password; then click on the REGISTER button. Equal Employment Opportunity MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Unknown, I know Jeff is 2201 and Jimmy is 2202, Chris is 2203.

Like the Union say's they should paid accordingly... In my opinion the media should try and report on real news instead of printing peoples salaries in the public sector. They are beating a dead horse... If people b**** in the private sector an easy solution is go and train and take the test and then you can risk your life to help others. Chris

this is from the NYC dept of homeless services as a manager (m-1) here is the link to the job description http://www.nyc.gov/html/dhs/downloads/pdf/jobs/jvn2046.pdf good luck Chris

to apply go to MTABSC.info then click on Employment Good Luck Chris Job Title: Agency: EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR MTA Headquarters Job ID: Department: 73580 Police Communications Unit Location: Queens Division: Commanding Officer Comm Full/Part Time: Regular/Temporary: Job Information SALARY: $34, 869 (salary non-negotiable/ position covered by IBT Local 808 collective bargaining agreement) DEPT/DIV: Police Communications Unit LOCATION: Long Island City, Queens SUPERVISOR: Sergeant or Emergency Communications Supervisor HOURS OF WORK: Varying shifts* *Must be available to work day, afternoon, or overnight shifts, including holidays and weekends as assigned. Summary The Emergency Communications Operators are responsible for handling both emergency and non-emergency calls for police assistance. When assigned to the C3 Center this position monitors and reports on alarms received through the integrated electronic security network in order to provide for the safety and security of the customers and employees of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the protection of the critical infrastructure of the MTA. When assigned to Police Dispatch Emergency Communications Operators must be able to gather and disseminate information obtained from callers in crisis, suicidal callers, and callers in high-risk incidents. They must be able to provide resources to emergency responders who are in distress, and immediate response to any event alarm or condition that may jeopardize safety and security. To accomplish this they must make critical decisions rapidly under high-stress conditions. Emergency Communications Operators must make decisions on dispatching emergency response personnel and resources to the scene of an incident. They are further required to determine if an alarm indication necessitates a response and to determine the nature and scope of the response. Successful candidates must undergo an MTA Police Department background check, and be fingerprinted. Responsibilities °Receives emergency calls for assistance and dispatches emergency responders. °Prioritizes emergency calls to provide critical incident response, identify and utilize available resources and tools to enhance the delivery of public safety services °Use existing map interfaces, mapping program features, and zone beat configurations in order to identify resources to support Police operations. °Monitor all security related systems in the C3 center, which includes but is not limited to intrusion detection, access control, intercom, closed circuit television, and radio telephone communications. °Identify alarms and make appropriate notifications °Process basic system administration tasks and other related work to determine system failures and make notification to EITG for repairs °Maintain a comprehensive situation awareness of system security °Notification to appropriate law enforcement agencies of incidents and to other agencies in the MTA as required. °Monitoring of system health by monitoring, tracking, and reporting to maintenance groups on any systems problems that occur. °Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required relative to alarm activities and C3 Center Operations. °Perform trend analysis of various security events and alarms as directed by supervision. °Research and collect data for system audits. Qualifications °Excellent oral and written communication skills °Ability to make critical decisions based on current data, past experience, and business rules °Ability to prioritize tasks °Excellent analytical abilities °Ability to work rotating and non-traditional tours (evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays) °Ability to work mandatory overtime °Proficiency in a second language, a plus Education and Experience °High School diploma plus two to three years of work experience in a customer service environment required: dispatching or emergency services work experience is highly preferred. °Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other applications. °Basic keyboarding ability. How To Apply Qualified applicants can submit an online application by clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button from either the CAREERS page or from the JOB DESCRIPTION page. If you have previously applied on line for other positions, enter your User Name and Password. If it is your first registration, click on the CLICK HERE TO REGISTER hyperlink and enter a User Name and Password; then click on the REGISTER button. Equal Employment Opportunity MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Return to Previous Page

Yea I agree about the 1st link with the Honda. That's is a lot of money to buff out your car. With all of the blue lights mounted and it looks like he has a horn/ siren too from what the comments stated on you tube. You still have to obey all traffic laws, What is the point of all that crap on your car when you get into a accident just to get there a few seconds faster. I had a blue light then I gave it up. The call will still be there when the pager goes off. Also the most dangerous is responding to and returning from alarms. Be safe out there and don't drive stupid Chris

I am trying to find where they sell a mobile incident command post or a box that is on wheels that you can just gab and go. I looked at galls but didn't find anything.

Cogs, Thanks for the great post, Quick question are you active duty of is it contracted firefighting? Be safe out there Chris

Listed below is for Metro-North Railroad for a Fire/EMS officer in Grand Central Terminal. To apply you have to go through the new MTA Busniess service center. www.mtabsc.info (click employment) and follow the steps, If you have any questions PM me. Good luck Chris Moran Fire EMS Officer Job ID: Department: GCT Dept Administration 73491 Division: Grand Central Term Location: Manhattan - Midtown Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Return to Previous Page -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Application Deadline June 14, 2011 Compensation Grade D Min: $51,557 / Mid: $64,446 / Max: $77,336 Opening MTA Metro-North Railroad, an organization with a vital role in the economy of New York State and Connecticut, is a subsidiary agency of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), the largest transportation authority in the United States. Metro-North is a dynamic organization with a strong focus on customer service, safety, new technologies, and service expansion. With a staff of approximately 5,900 people, Metro-North serves more than one million customers per week over 384 miles of rail that link historic Grand Central Terminal (GCT) in New York City and 120 stations in New York State and Connecticut. Metro-North rewards employee resourcefulness, encourages innovation and offers excellent job opportunities in a challenging and diverse environment. Position Objective This position is to provide full- time Fire/Life safety coverage involving Emergencies, Protocols, Inspections, Programs, Policies and Training within Grand Central Terminal (GCT). Responsibilities Daily response to Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) emergencies and also lead volunteer members. Perform Fire Drills with all tenants, employees and occupants within GCT, weekly inspections of all GCT Emergency Exits, and monthly/semi-annually inspection tagging and maintenance of Fire Extinguishers. Perform daily fire inspection with retail tenants, for Fire/Life Safety. Maintain records for pre-hospital reports, including incident reports per state and company requirements, daily inventory for medical and fire supplies, and Hazardous Materials (HAZ-MAT) Storage Facility, including manifesting for 90-day maximum storage of HAZ-MAT materials per Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) requirements, and coordinating disposal with Assistant Fire Chief. Provide daily inspection of all Fire Brigade equipment and apparatus for safe, efficient operation under guidelines set by OSHA, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Metro-North Railroad policy, and coordinate approval and issuance of Hot Work permits as needed. Perform daily zone inspections for Fire/Life Security in all areas around GCT. Required Qualifications Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organization and coordination skills Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of internal and external contacts, including FDNY, MTA Police, Fire Command Station Manager, Office of Emergency Management (OEM), MNR departments, etc. Demonstrated ability to understand established FDNY and Metro-North Railroad procedures, regulations, protocols, as they relate to Fire/Life Safety in Grand Central Terminal. Working knowledge of Federal Guidelines as they relate to the handling, storage and removal of hazardous materials. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and/or Access, or comparable applications, as well as familiarity with required NYS reporting tools. Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and under pressure with emergency situations on a 24/7 basis. Ability to make life saving decisions in emergency conditions. Must have a valid driver's license. Ability to work shifts on 24/7 coverage as required. Preferred Qualifications Thorough knowledge of Grand Central Terminal's physical characteristics including exits, stairways, elevators, escalators, etc. Required Education/Experience Associate's Degree in a related field. Demonstrated equivalent experience, education and/or technical credentials may be considered in lieu of degree. Minimum of two (2) years experience in the Fire / EMS field as a Firefighter / EMS Minimum of two (2) years railroad experience preferred. Medical qualifications by Metro-North Railroad Medical Dept. to OSHA/NFPA Standards Emergency Medical Tech Certificate NY State HAZ-MAT II Tech New York State Certified - within one (1) year of hire. NYC Certificate of Fitness, Fire Safety Director - within six (6) months of hire. NYC Certificate of Fitness Fire Drill/Fireguard Public Assembly - within six (6) months of hire. Fire Fighter One and Two Interior Structural Fire Fighting to NFPA Standards. Other Information This is a safety sensitv position and subject to toxicological testing. This position will be responsible to provide FIRE/LIFE SAFETY to our customers, tenants and employees with emergency and non-emergency issues, which routinely arise day-to-day. Also, this position will provide a first line of defense toward all emergencies involving Grand Central Terminal. This position will also act as a representative to Incident Command with Metro-North Railroad and other outside agencies, such as F.D.N.Y., N.Y.P.D. and MTA Police Department during emergencies at Grand Central Terminal. Must be able to respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis. The hours of the position may vary depending on the department's needs. Selection Criteria To be selected for a position, an applicant must: (1) meet the minimum requirements in the job posting, (2) pass a written examination (if applicable), (3) satisfy a background investigation (which includes credit, if applicable), and (4) pass an oral interview, during which the interviewers will further evaluate the applicant's qualifications for the position. Because the selection process is competitive, not all qualified applicants are granted an interview. Metro-North may also require the applicant to undergo a physical ability test, and, if the Company extends a conditional offer, may require him or her to undergo a medical examination, which may include toxicological testing. For applicants who are current employees, you must be in active service and have worked in your present position for at least one year to be eligible to apply for a posted position. In addition, Metro-North employees are also subjected to an internal investigation, which includes an evaluation of their safety and discipline records, their performance assessments, and of their time and attendance records (including early quits and late starts) for the preceding 30 months. During the 30 month review period, the maximum number of occurrences allowed is 15, and the maximum number of patterns allowed is 8. (An "occurrence" is any absence or consecutive absences of four or more hours, and a "pattern" is an absence preceding or following rest days, holidays, vacation days, etc.) For employees with fewer than 30 months of service, the entire period of their employment is reviewed, and the maximum allowable number of incidents is pro-rated. Absences excused in accordance with Company Operating Procedures are not included for purposes of assessing whether attendance is satisfactory. If occurrences and/or patterns exceed the maximums allowed, the employee's attendance is deemed unsatisfactory, and he or she is disqualified from further consideration, even if he or she has not been previously warned about his/her attendance. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. How To Apply Qualified applicants can submit an online application by clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button from either the CAREERS page or from the JOB DESCRIPTION page. If you have previously applied on line for other positions, enter your User Name and Password. If it is your first registration, click on the CLICK HERE TO REGISTER hyperlink and enter a User Name and Password; then click on the REGISTER button. MTA Metro-North Railroad is an Equal Opportunity Employer

There is an asst. fire chief's job for MNRR in Grand Central Terminal, with the fire brigade see below. From what I have heard its going to be 2nd shift 3pm-11pm. good luck to all, Chris Application Deadline April 20, 2011 Compensation Grade E Min: $ 57,226 / Mid: $71,533 / Max: $ 85,840 Position Objective Assist the Fire Chief with oversight of the daily FIRE/LIFE SAFETY activities within Metro-North Railroad's Grand Central Terminal, and to ensure the Fire Life Safety Team complies with city, state and federal requirements. Responsibilities Assist with the supervision and oversight of the daily operations with the Fire Life Safety Team. Maintain and track activity of the Fire Life Safety Team and GCT emergencies. Ensure all members are fully trained and certified in accordance with city, state and federal requirements and maintain records for all emergencies and Fire Life Safety Team. Oversee inspections of all areas within Grand Central Terminal for Fire Code compliance and safety/security concerns. Assist in the development and implementation of evacuation plans for GCT involving all Metro-North employees, tenants, customers, contractors, and special events occupants within GCT. Oversee daily inspection of construction sites for compliance with Fire and Safety regulations and hot works permits. Coordinate semi-annual inspections and maintenance of tank suppression systems including pre-action systems and other class E systems, with outside contractors and the GCT Electrical Department. Oversee/supervise the storage of hazardous materials with manifesting and disposal within EPA and NFPA requirements. Work with the Safety Department by sharing information that would affect or help any or all Fire Brigades on the railroad involving fire fighting equipment, training, company protocol certification and meeting NYC / NYS requirements. Required Qualifications Demonstrated ability to understand standard procedures, regulations, protocols, as they relate to Fire/Life Safety, the FDNY, Metro North Railroad in GCT. Strong ability to deal effectively and under pressure with emergency situations on a 24 hour per day basis. Must be able to assist in the training of Metro-North employees, tenants and contractors on fire prevention and safety procedures and will ensure they receive training. Must be able to make life saving decisions in emergency conditions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organization and coordination skills. Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate and foster teamwork. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels and external contacts (FDNY, MTA Police, Fire Command Station Manager, OEM, MNR departments, etc). Working knowledge of Federal Guidelines as they relate to the handling, storage and removal of hazardous materials. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and/or Access, or comparable applications, as well as familiarity with required NYS reporting tools, such as a data base established by the Safety Department for reporting emergency calls to the State. Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and under pressure with emergency situations on a 24 hour per day basis. Must have a valid driver's license. Must be able to work shifts on 24/7 coverage as required. Preferred Qualifications Thorough knowledge of Grand Central Terminal's physical characteristics including exits, stairways, elevators, escalators, etc . Familiarity with procedures and protocols established by FDNY and Metro-North Railroad. Familiarity with Metro-North Railroads safety rules and regulations. Fire Investigator Certification Level I. Code Enforcement certification. Three (3) years of railroad experience. Required Education/Experience High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma. Minimum of four (4) years experience in Fire prevention, Fire/EMS field as a Firefighter, EMS officer or related field. Minimum two (2) years experience in a supervisory capacity of a diverse workforce. Technical Certifications Required: Emergency Medical Tech Certificate NY State. HAZ-MAT II Tech New York State Certified - within one (1) year of hire. NYC Certificate of Fitness, Fire Safety Director - within six (6) months of hire. NYC Certificate of Fitness Fire Drill/Fireguard Public Assembly - within six (6) months of hire. Fire Fighter One and Two Interior Structural Fire Fighting to NFPA Standards. Preferred Education/Experience Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science, Engineering or other applicable discipline. Railroad Operations and knowledge of MNR's General Safety Rules. Other Information This is a safety-sensitive position and subject to toxicological testing. This position will be responsible to provide FIRE/LIFE SAFETY to our customers, tenants and employees with emergency and non-emergency issues, which routinely arise day-to-day. Also, this position will provide a first line of defense toward all emergencies involving Grand Central Terminal. This position will also act as a representative to Incident Command with Metro-North Railroad and other outside agencies, such as F.D.N.Y., N.Y.P.D. and MTA Police Department during emergencies at Grand Central Terminal. Must be able to respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis. The hours of the position may vary depending on the department's needs. Selection Criteria To be selected for a position, an applicant must: (1) meet the minimum requirements in the job posting, (2) pass a written examination (if applicable), (3) satisfy a background investigation (which includes credit, if applicable), and (4) pass an oral interview, during which the interviewers will further evaluate the applicant's qualifications for the position. Because the selection process is competitive, not all qualified applicants are granted an interview. Metro-North may also require the applicant to undergo a physical ability test, and, if the Company extends a conditional offer, may require him or her to undergo a medical examination, which may include toxicological testing. For applicants who are current employees, you must be in active service and have worked in your present position for at least one year to be eligible to apply for a posted position. In addition, Metro-North employees are also subjected to an internal investigation, which includes an evaluation of their safety and discipline records, their performance assessments, and of their time and attendance records (including early quits and late starts) for the preceding 30 months. During the 30 month review period, the maximum number of occurrences allowed is 15, and the maximum number of patterns allowed is 8. (An "occurrence" is any absence or consecutive absences of four or more hours, and a "pattern" is an absence preceding or following rest days, holidays, vacation days, etc.) For employees with fewer than 30 months of service, the entire period of their employment is reviewed, and the maximum allowable number of incidents is pro-rated. Absences excused in accordance with Company Operating Procedures are not included for purposes of assessing whether attendance is satisfactory. If occurrences and/or patterns exceed the maximums allowed, the employee's attendance is deemed unsatisfactory, and he or she is disqualified from further consideration, even if he or she has not been previously warned about his/her attendance. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. How To Apply Qualified applicants can submit an online application by clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button from either the CAREERS page or from the JOB DESCRIPTION page. If you have previously applied on line for other positions, enter your User Name and Password. If it is your first registration, click on the CLICK HERE TO REGISTER hyperlink and enter a User Name and Password; then click on the REGISTER button. MTA METRO-NORTH RAILROAD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

When I was working in the City doing fire inspections, SRO's were considered Hotels/motels and fell under local law 16 of 1984. and they needed a fire alarms system, etc. However I would think being outside of NYC would fall under the state fire code.

or they can prove a point and make him an example, but like other posters have stated it will be "taken care of".

I was reading the "ghost lettering" thread and as per on of the administrators suggested to start a new topic, so here goes............ Left me first say this isn't a knock at any specific department per say but an observation that I have seen for a while now that would fall under this topic using "your chiefs" car to go to another county and park it at the train station when you work in NYC. I think that this example is a total waste of resources for 10-12 hours a day it's sitting in a parking lot not even in your response area, its used as a glorified station car. Plus add in the tolls (if there is any) and gas just my thoughts....

This was on fox 5 news investigative report that questioned spending in 2 long island fire districts to sum it up its about talk of consolidating services and compares everything to the FDNY. Here is the link: http://www.myfoxny.c...tricts-20110317