Firefighter (Paramedic Preferred)

City of Katy•Katy, TX

56d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our dynamic team dedicated to protecting and serving our community as a City of Katy Firefighter. As a City of Katy Firefighter, you'll be at the forefront of emergency response, saving lives, and safeguarding property. Apply now and become a vital part of our city's first line of defense against fire and other emergencies. 48/96 Work Schedule!!! DEADLINE TO APPLY: Wednesday - December 31st 2025! TESTING: January 6th, 2026. Testing will consist of Written Exams and Physical Agility. Top candidates will move to the Interview stage to consist of an Interview Panel and Chief's Interview later the same week on January 7th and possibly January 8th. SUMMARY: Performs various complex and high risk procedures and techniques in responding to fire, medical, and rescue emergencies to ensure safety to the public and citizens of Katy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; AND possession of, or the ability to obtain required certifications; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Department policies and procedures.
Fire behaviors and suppression methods.
Safety policies, procedures, regulations, and practices.
State and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and legislation relating to emergency services.
Principles, practices, and techniques involved in firefighting and emergency operations.
Remaining calm under pressure and in stressful situations.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Communicating clearly, both orally and in writing.
Analyzing incidents and developing operational strategies accordingly.
Texas Commission on Fire Protection issued Structural Firefighter certification at the basic level or higher.
Texas Health Department issued Emergency Medical Technician Basic level certification.
Valid State Class B driver's license, Exempt Commercial license preferred.

Responsibilities

Responds to emergency dispatch calls including but not limited to fire alarms, hazardous materials, water rescues, motor vehicle accidents, and medical emergencies; coordinates response with neighboring departments and emergency response entities.
Drives fire apparatus and operates various types of equipment associated with firefighting, rescue, salvage, and maintenance; applies various fire suppression and extinguishing techniques; performs rescue operations.
Initiates emergency medical treatments; starts IV, intubates patients, and selects and administers drugs as appropriate.
Debriefs and creates thorough documentation and reports of incidents.
Participates in the cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep of fire station.
Verifies that all personal protective equipment is clean, undamaged, and properly staged for quick access.
Cleans, maintains, and inspects all equipment and tools for proper functioning; checks apparatus fluid and tire levels; restocks supply cabinets in apparatus.
Participates in all training for both firefighting, emergency rescue and evacuation, and emergency medical treatment.
Provides fire prevention education and demonstrations to schools, churches, and the general public; may participate in community events such as parades and charity donations.
Inspects predetermined businesses for appropriate fire prevention, protection, and extinguishment, points of egress, building codes, water connections, alarm panels, and sprinkler systems.
Maintains physical fitness level required to complete assigned duties.
This position is considered Critical Personnel during a natural or manmade disaster and/or a catastrophic event. This position may be required to provide services or perform duties for the benefit of the public and the continuity of City operations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of this position.
For purposes of business continuity, employees in this position are considered Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers, as defined by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
Performs other duties as required.