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The City of Houston CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER & EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN TRAINEE in Houston, Texas
CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER & EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
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CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER & EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
Salary
$36,000.12 Annually
Location
8030 Braniff
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
35180
Department
Houston Fire Department
Opening Date
09/30/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
FIRE FIGHTERS' AND POLICE OFFICERS' CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
CITY OF HOUSTON
EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE POSITION OF
CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER & EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
HOUSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
The Houston Fire Department is the 3rd largest municipal fire department in the United States and the World’s largest accredited municipal fire agency and the time to join is NOW!
Per Chapter 143.023 of the Tex. Loc. Gov’t code, ‘A person may not take an entrance examination for a beginning position in the fire department unless the person is at least 18 years of age but not 36 years of age or older. A person may not be certified as eligible for a beginning position in the fire department if the person is 36 years of age or older. Below are the minimum requirements:
An active Texas Commission of Fire Protection State Firefighter Certification
An active Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Emergency Medical Technician Certification
Participates in classroom lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions as directed by the Houston Fire Department.
Receives and participates in various types of training in fire suppression and emergency medical services up to and including paramedic certification.
Participates in drills, demonstrations, and instruction in hydraulics, pump operation, maintenance, fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services.
PREFERENCES
None
ONLY “on-line” applications will be accepted. To apply, go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston.
GENERAL INFORMATION
NOTES:
Training Academy fast track class is approximately 3 months.
Texas Commission of Fire Protection State Fire Fighters Certification and Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Emergency Medical Technician Certification(s) will be subject to verification by the Human Resources Department.
Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technicians Certification as a Paramedic will be subject to verification by the Human Resources Department.
Any falsification in the application process will result in disqualification.
Applicants must pass and complete all phases of the hiring process (physical ability test, interview, psychological examination, background, immunizations, drug screen, medical examination).
Immunizations/shot records will be required prior to receiving a job offer.
HFD reserves the right to discontinue consideration in the hiring process based on an applicant conduct or verification of certain disqualifying factors.
Must not have ever been convicted of or received community supervision or probation for a Felony or a Class A Misdemeanor.
Date of announcement: September 30, 2024
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness
Supplemental Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Retirement pension
457 deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
10 days of vacation each year
11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
Compensable Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Flexible schedules
Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
Professional development opportunities
Transportation/parking plan
Section 125 pretax deductions
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Per Chapter 143.023 of the Tex. Loc. Gov't Code, "A person may not take an entrance examination for a beginning position in the fire department unless the person is at least 18 years of age but not 36 years of age or older. A person may not be certified as eligible for a beginning position in the fire department if the person is 36 years of age or older." Are you at least 18 years of age BUT NOT older than 35 years of age?
Yes
No
02
Do you have an active Basic Structure Firefighter certification?
Yes, I am TCFP Fire certified
No, my active Fire certification is not from the State of Texas
No, I do not have a Fire Certification
03
If you answered "No, my Fire certification is not from the State of Texas" for question 2, what state is your Fire certification from? If not, put N/A.
04
Do you have an active EMT Basic or higher certification?
Yes, I do have a TDSHS EMT Basic or higher certification
No, my active EMT Basic or higher certification is not from the State of Texas
No, I do not have an EMT certification
05
If you answered "No, my EMT basic or higher certification is not from the State of Texas" for question 5, what state is your EMT certification from? If not, put N/A.
06
Do you have a valid driver's license in the state that you reside at the time of application? Per state law, a Texas DL must be obtained within 30-days of establishing residency within Texas.
Yes
No
Required Question