The Fire Operations Division consists of twenty (21) Engine Companies, eight (8) Ladder Companies, one (1) Heavy Rescue (USAR) and one (1) Hazardous Materials Unit, Bomb Squad, and thirteen (13) Battalion Chiefs, and six (6) Squad Units. These companies respond from twenty-two (22) strategically-located fire stations within the City. The City is divided into four (4) fire battalions, and commanded by four (4) Battalion Chiefs each day.

Besides fire protection, other services provided by the Operations Division include:

• Urban Search and Rescue, (high angle, water, trench, etc.)
• Extractions from automobile accidents, construction accidents, etc.
• Hazardous Materials Response
• Water Tanker
• Bomb Squad (FBI Certified)

 Operations Division personnel are also responsible as first responders on trauma and medical calls. Each employee possesses EMT certification, and is able to provide basic life support.