The Chief of the Department, under the direction of the Board, has exclusive control of the members of the Department at all fires, rescues, inspections, reviews and other occasions when the Department is on duty. The Chief has three Assistant chiefs and staff to whom he delegates duties and tasks. 

The Department is broken down into 4 companies.

• Engine Company - Primary operation is to obtain a water supply and fire suppression.

• Hook & Ladder Company - Operations include Search and Rescue, Ladder Operations, Vehicle Extrication, Salvage and Overhaul.

• Emergency Medical Services - All emergency medical calls and support for firefighters on scene.

• Fire Police - Functions as traffic control and scene safety.

While each company maintains and trains on its assigned equipment, members train with other companies or at department trainings in order to be familiar with all aspects of Department operations. Each company elects from its rank a Captain, Two Lieutenants and a Chief Driver.