Waller-Harris Emergency Services District 200 — Hempstead, TX
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Waller-Harris Emergency Services District 200 in Hempstead, Texas is hiring for Fire Fighter. The posted pay is $23–$26 an hour (about $47,840–$54,080 a year at full time). Applications close November 11, 2026 — 8 days from now. Stated requirements: EMT certification (before hire); Firefighter I/II (before hire); High school / GED (required); min age 18. The shift schedule is 48/96.
Among 49 current Texas postings on Driftsmoke with a listed salary, this top-of-range pay is higher than 29% of them; the median among them is $69,662/yr.
Waller-Harris Emergency Services District 200 is a combination (career and volunteer) department with 15 stations. Pension: state_public_safety. Founded in 2002.
A voter-created emergency services district covering roughly 600 square miles of Waller and Harris counties, WHESD 200 has grown from an all-volunteer contract model into a professionally staffed fire and EMS operation.
Summary by Driftsmoke from the official bulletin and department records; the full posting follows below.
| EMT certification | Before hire |
| Firefighter I/II | Before hire |
| High school / GED | Required |
| Age | Min age 18 |
| Shift schedule | 48/96 |
Description
Waller-Harris County Emergency Services District No. 200 Location: Waller, Texas
Job Title: Firefighter Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Supervises: N/A Reporting: Lieutenant
Salary: Annual includes estimated FLSA overtime on a 48/96 schedule
Steps Hourly Annual 1 (1-2yrs.) $22.84 $68,565.68 2 (2-4yrs.) $24.46 $73,428.92 3 (4-6yrs.) $24.94 $74,869.88 4 6-8yrs.) $25.43 $76,340.86 5 (8-10yrs.) $25.94 $77,871.88
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** Lateral pay adjustments may be authorized at the Chief’s discretion**
Waller-Harris Emergency Services District No. 200 (“District”) is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Full-Time Firefighter.
Responsibilities:
The Full-Time Firefighter will be assigned to work a forty-eight (48) hour shift, working a 48/96 schedule. The Full-Time Firefighter will be responsible for responses to fire and emergency medical incidents, participate in public education activities, participate in various planning meetings, and perform general maintenance and upkeep of fire apparatus, equipment, and fire station.
Duties:
Perform all duties related to fire rescue, including connecting and carrying fire hoses, carrying, and setting up ladders, directing water and chemicals on burning structures, vegetation, vehicle, and other objects.
Hazardous material response.
Disaster assistance.
Rescue persons trapped in vehicles, burning buildings, and other places.
Observe and follow safety rules and regulations including wearing safety apparel and devices during the course and scope of job-related duties.
Inspect equipment and supplies daily to ensure that all emergencies can be handled; restock supplies.
Prepares various activity reports and other documentation.
Attend and complete all training as required.
Maintain required certifications.
Clean apparatus and equipment.
Administers first aid and emergency medical care to injured/ill persons consistent with the level authorized by EMS certification, established medical protocols, and standard operating procedures.
Report for duty on time and able to perform tasks.
Report to work free from the effects of illegal drugs or alcohol, and report to work free from impairment due to prescription drugs.
Ability to lift and carry 120 lbs.
Other duties as assigned.
Dental/Vision/Health insurance - Employee portion paid 100% by the ESD, Dependent portion paid 80% by the ESD
144 hours Sick leave
144 hours Vacation
14 Holidays
STD and LTD paid 100% by the ESD
$100,000 Life & AD&D insurance paid 100% by the ESD
Clothing/Uniform provided
TCDRS – 2:1 match at 7%
457B Plan, employee responsibility
Optional additional life insurance
Qualifications
Shall possess a current certification as a Basic firefighter by TCFP or higher by time of employment, academy attendees welcome to test.
Hold minimum current certification as an EMT through TDSHS by time of employment. EMS school students welcome to test.
Must have NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications.
High School Diploma or GED.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must be a US Citizen by birth or naturalization or permanent resident.
Pass a drug test.
Pass an entrance medical examination provided by the district.
Ability to execute all the skills required of a firefighter I and II as defined in the NFPA.
Ability to proficiently execute all the skills required of an EMT-B.
Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, in English.
Able to handle suddenly changing work conditions and assignments.
Working knowledge of emergency operations management and emergency tactics.
Out of state applicants must be able to transfer their home state training/certifications to the State of Texas. The TCFP recognizes certification with an International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (“IFSAC”) seal. For questions, please call TCFP at (512) 936-3838 or tcfp.texas.gov.
This is an “at will” employment position, which may be terminated by the employee or employer at any time, for any or no reason, with or without notice, except as prohibited by law.
Waller Harris Emergency Services District No. 200 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER