Role OverviewProtects life and property by performing firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties. Maintains fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities.
What You Will Do
Perform firefighting activities, emergency aid activities, and participate in fire drills and training. Operate radio and other communication equipment, inspect buildings and hydrants, and perform general maintenance work.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Must have the ability to work well with others, have a good/pleasant attitude, and be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, city employees, and representatives of government agencies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Texas Driver's Class B Driver's License
- Certification by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as a Basic Structural Firefighter
- Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
- Ability to read and write the English language
- Ability to pass entry-level fire examination
- Ability to pass medical exam, including vision and hearing exam
- Ability to pass physical agility test and drug test
- Certification in NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Flexible/rotating work schedule
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