Firefighters Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Certified Firefighter
• Current certification by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) in Basic Structure Fire Suppression or above
• Certified Paramedic – (eligible for certification bonus after credentialing process)
• Current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) in EMT-Paramedic
• Knowledge and proficiency of Emergency Medical Technician basic life support procedures and paramedic support procedures/protocols
• Knowledge of breathing air compressors and cascade systems
• Ability to think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies
• Ability to deal effectively with people in stressful situations
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written direction promptly and accurately
• Ability to work effectively in elevated positions and in confined spaces
• Ability to obtain and maintain all applicable certifications, as directed by the department, and meet all requirements of the Professional Development Guide for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate, Advanced, or Masters fire certifications through TCFP.
• Driver Operator, Incident Safety Officer, Fire Officer, ARRF, Instructor, Wildland, and Hazardous Materials certification.
• Knowledge of city streets, water supply systems, and fire suppression systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency situation and fire alarms with assigned company, participate in fire suppression, technical rescue, and emergency medical service activities which may include, but are not limited to, assisting in freeing victims from physically trapped situations and operating pumping apparatus.
• Respond to emergency calls for specialized services such as hazardous material, confined spaces rescue, extrication, and technical rescue. Assist in overhauling, salvage, and cleanup operations.
• Provide Paramedic level assistance at injury or medical scenes including but not limited to administering medical care utilizing accepted guidelines of advanced life support procedures, examining victims, and communicating physical assessment to the hospital physician.
• Participate in the cleaning, repair, and maintenance of firefighting equipment, apparatus, and fire department facilities; maintain assigned Personal Protection equipment (PPE) and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as required; work safely, follow safe work practices, and identify and report unsafe working condition and/or equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Conduct pre-fire planning of businesses and places of assembly. Establish relationships with building managers to effectively communicate fire codes and safety procedures.
• Participate in and assist with public education and community relation activities, including but not limited to, training classes, drills, fire station tours and school visits.
• May step-up or act as Apparatus Operator and/or drive ambulance or fire apparatus, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible for $5,000 Certification Bonus, after successful completion of field training.