Firefighter

HARRIS COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES • Cypress, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

PLEASE READ THROUGH ALL DETAILS CAREFULLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE NOT COMPLETED PROPERLY, CORRECTLY, AND BY THE DEADLINE WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. APPLICATIONS ARE LOCKED UPON SIGNING. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] OR CALL 281-894-0151. Position: Firefighter, two (2) open positions plus a one (1) year hiring eligibility list. Status: Full-time Employee, Salaried Non-Exempt Shift Schedule: Three shifts, 48/96 rotation (after 1-week orientation) Compensation: Including the 48/96 scheduled overtime, the annual salary is approximately $72,768.44 with built-in scheduled overtime. Base salary is $62,437.68/yr. Closing Date for Applications: Midnight Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Start Date: As soon as Possible

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age
• TCFP Basic Structural Firefighter Certification
• TDSHS Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) Certification
• Courage to be Safe Certificates
• Traffic Incident Management Certificate.
• Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) “Reducing Cancer in the Fire Service” Course
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 Certificate.
• Driving records must comply with departmental driving guidelines and be verified at the background check.
• Ability to execute all the skills required of a firefighter I and II as defined in the NFPA
• Ability to proficiently execute all the skills required of an EMT-B
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English
• Strong team building, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Able to work well without supervision
• Able to handle suddenly changing work conditions and assignments
• Working knowledge of emergency operations management and emergency tactics
• Ability to pass Departmental Physical and Respiratory Protection medical examinations
• Ability to pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Ability to pass the Department’s physical ability test

Nice To Haves

• Texas Drivers' License Class B (Firefighter Exempt)
• TCFP Intermediate, Advanced, Master Structural Firefighter Certification
• TDSHS EMT-A or EMT-P Certification by the Texas Department of Health
• TCFP Driver Operator Certification
• TCFP Driver Operator Aerial Certification
• TCFP Instructor I-III Certification
• TCFP Fire Officer I-IV Certification
• TCFP Fire Investigator Certification
• TCFP Fire Inspector Certification
• Blue Card Incident Command
• Current employment/membership in a career, combination, or volunteer fire department
• Current status as an engineer operator or officer with a career department
• Hazardous materials, rescue, or other special operations training and or certifications
• College Education: AS or BS degree in Fire Science or related field

Benefits

• TCDRS Retirement, 7% employee contributions, 2:1 employer match, 5-year vesting.
• Health Insurance, 100% employee coverage, 80% dependent coverage.
• Employee Life and ADD covered 100%.
• Vision, Dental, and Optional Life coverage available at employee expense.
• AFLAC available, first $100 paid by ESD, the employee selects plans and coverage.
• Flex Spending medical and dependent accounts available.
• Optional 457b pre and post-tax plans.
• Department paid for short-term and long-term disability.
• Certification, longevity, and degree pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED