Fire Department · Combination
Bastrop Fire Department
Bastrop, TX · Bastrop County
No active openings right now
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Department careers page ↗The Bastrop Fire Department is a combination agency of career and volunteer firefighters serving the city of Bastrop, Texas, southeast of Austin. Established in 1894, it protects roughly 12,000 residents across about 9 square miles from a single city-owned station in downtown Bastrop.
Day-to-day operations are handled by a small full-time crew of nine firefighters led by a fire chief and assistant fire chief, supported by a volunteer roster. The department runs about 1,250 calls a year and covers fire suppression, EMS response, fire prevention, inspections, and public education.
The department is affiliated with the State Firemen's and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas and operates under the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
Mission"continuously strive to provide innovative and proactive services that enhance our authentic way of life"
Full-time firefighter positions are hired through the City of Bastrop's HR jobs portal, and candidates must already hold Texas structural firefighter and EMT certifications before applying. The process runs from an application and minimum-qualification review through a written exam, CPAT physical ability test, background investigation, panel interview, and a chief's interview before a conditional offer.
As a small single-station department, openings are limited; the full-time staffing page currently lists no openings, so interested candidates should watch the city's job portal for postings.
Requirements
- Valid Texas Class B driver's license (or obtainable within 6 months)
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic Structural Firefighter certification or higher
- Texas DSHS Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or higher
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 (obtainable within 6 months)
- Wildland Basic certification (within 1 year of hire)
Hiring process
- Application review for completeness and minimum qualifications
- Written examination
- Physical ability test (CPAT)
- Background investigation
- Panel interview
- Chief's interview
- Conditional job offer to top candidate(s)
Benefits
- TMRS retirement (7% employee contribution, city matches 2:1)
- Health and dental insurance at no cost to the employee
- $50,000 life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Paid time off after 6 months
- 8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly
- All uniforms and gear provided
What certifications do I need to apply as a full-time firefighter?
You must hold a Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic Structural Firefighter certification or higher and a Texas DSHS Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or higher before applying. NIMS 100/200/700/800 and a Class B driver's license can be obtained within 6 months, and Wildland Basic certification within one year of hire.
How do I apply for a firefighter job with Bastrop?
Applications are submitted through the City of Bastrop HR jobs portal at cityofbastrop.org/page/hr.firejobs. Applications are reviewed for completeness and minimum qualifications before the testing process begins.
Are there any openings right now?
The full-time opportunities page currently states there are no openings at this time. Check the city's HR job portal for new postings.
What does the hiring process involve?
After the application review, candidates go through a written examination, a CPAT physical ability test, a background investigation, a panel interview, and a chief's interview, followed by a conditional job offer to the top candidate(s).
What benefits does the department offer?
Benefits include TMRS retirement with a 2:1 city match, health and dental insurance at no cost to the employee, $50,000 life insurance, long-term disability, paid time off after 6 months, monthly sick leave accrual, and all uniforms and gear provided.
Past postings, kept for reference. These are no longer accepting applications.