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  • EMT required
  • CPAT required
  • Felony conviction disqualifies

POSITION OVERVIEW

CITY OF HOUSTON ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE REHIRE OF  HOUSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT CERTIFIED FIRE FIGHTER / EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN FOR THE POSITION OF FIRE FIGHTER

Exciting things are happening at the Houston Fire Department (HFD) and this is a phenomenal opportunity for former HFD Classified members to rejoin the team.

Eligible to Apply:

  • Former HFD Classified Members - Certified Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  1. Must have obtained the rank of Firefighter as a HFD Classified member        2. An Active/Current Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Certification AND        3. An Active/Current Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Certification

DUTIES:

  • Re-acclimation training (5 Weeks) - participates in lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions.- Receives and participates in various types of training in fire suppression and emergency medical services.- Participates in drills, demonstrations and instruction in hydraulics, pump operation, maintenance, fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services. APPLICATION PROCESS: ONLY “on-line” applications will be accepted.   To apply, go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston

PREFERENCES

None

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Immunizations/shot records will be required prior to job offer. - Texas Commission of Fire Protection State Fire Fighters Certification and Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Emergency Medical Technician Certification(s), minimum EMT Basic, 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. - Applicants must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process (fingerprints, motor vehicle report,  physical ability test, interview, background, immunizations, drug screen, medical examination).- HFD reserves the right to discontinue consideration in the hiring process based on an applicant’s conduct or verification of certain disqualifying factors.  - Must not have ever been convicted of or received community supervision for a Felony or a Class A Misdemeanor.

Date of announcement: September 9, 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 - 13 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