# What Does It Mean to Be a Pump Operator?

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Podcast: [Fire Engineering Podcast Network](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fire-engineering-podcast-network-1075754)
Published: 2026-06-13T23:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Paul Watlington, assistant chief of the Burlington (NC) Fire Department, joins hosts Anthony Avillo and Jim Duffy on this episode of Fireground Strategies to break down the pump operator’s job. They discuss topics including getting the rig to the scene safely, placement, water supply, and advanced pump troubleshooting. Listeners will gain an understanding of the pump operator's responsibilities in the context of scenario-based testing, pump charts, hose/nozzle testing, drafting and manifold tactics, and practical preplanning tips.

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