Support Services The Orland Fire Protection District’s (OFPD) Support Service Bureau consists of six specialized areas committed to aggressively maintaining the Fire District’s facilities, vehicles and equipment. Safety, reliability and readiness are priorities, in addition to operating cost-effective and efficient maintenance programs. Support Service encompasses the maintenance and repair of OFPD: Facilities, Fleet Vehicles, SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus), Tools, Equipment and Hose, as well as the procurement and distribution of various supplies. Support Services
Lieutenant Jim Hynes
We take no shortcuts when it comes to maintaining OFPD emergency vehicles, facilities and equipment. Emergency equipment is very unique, extremely complex and quite challenging to maintain and repair. Given the nature of the fire service, this equipment is subject to extreme and less than ideal operating conditions, which not only result in significant wear-and-tear, but demand a very high and specialized level of technical skill. Orland Fire Protection District Technicians possess a keen knowledge and understanding of auto and truck, mechanical, emission control and fuel injection systems, in addition to welding, fabrication, building maintenance, HVAC systems, multi-phase commercial electrical systems and communication systems. What sets our people apart is their level of expertise with the technical intricacies specific to fire, EMS, emergency equipment and building systems and maintenance. All equipment is serviced regularly and thoroughly maintained as part of the Orland Fire Protection District’s Preventive Maintenance Program. About the program:
Reduces costly breakdowns and increases reliability
Staffed with trained, certified, highly-skilled and very valued technicians
Fleet of 60 pieces of fire apparatus, ambulances, specialty equipment and support vehicles combined
Six Fire Stations, Headquarters building, Fleet Maintenance building and three training buildings
Utilizes a cost-conscious, cost-effective, common sense approach
Ongoing initiative to exceed operational demands and increase efficiency
Pride and professionalism are the expectation
Safe work practices and safe equipment are a must
The Support Service Bureau provides behind-the-scenes services that are essential to effective Fire, EMS, and Rescue Operations. Serving the community is the privilege of every OFPD employee — not only those responding to fires, EMS calls or other emergencies — but also those people behind the scenes repairing our facilities and fire apparatus, as well as performing other essential functions. In the end, every Orland Fire Protection District employee fulfills a vital role that allows our organization to help others in times of need. Helping others is truly our privilege.
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