Logistics & Support Services

James W. Trexler
Manager

7600 Jefferson Avenue
Landover, Maryland 20785

Phone: (301) 883-0350
Fax: (301) 883-0357

The Office of Logistics & Support Services is charged with the responsibility of ensuring that all elements of the Department are provided with supplies and/or services to efficiently operate during emergency and non-emergency situations. Logistics & Support Services is responsible for the distribution of all Department mail, orders, documents and special notices to all Fire/EMS Department locations on a daily/weekly basis, that will provide communications to improve the mission of the Department. Periodically review routes and procedures to ensure that equipment and mail is received in a timely manner.

This office is responsible for:

• Quality control assurance regarding repairs and maintenance on all Fire/EMS Department buildings and facilities performed by Office of Central Services/Facilities Operations and Maintenance (OCS/FOM) and outside contractors
• The security and storage of all Department files
• The rental of any specialized equipment needed during any major incidents
• The rental of any equipment needed during training exercises and special events \
• The supervision and acquisition of equipment, supplies and services for the Fire/EMS Department
• Coordinates the maintenance repairs of fire stations/offices with Office of Central Services/Facilities Operation Maintenance and outside contractors (47 fire stations)
• Responsible for writing specifications on protective clothing, uniforms, equipment, supplies and services which are utilized by the Department and on contract with the County
• Oversees all requests for printing, purchase requests, and credit card purchase orders
• Attends all Fire Commission meetings to coordinate volunteer purchases and report on construction projects for fire stations
• On 24-hour call, 7 days a week and remains available through radio, cell phone, pager contact

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