Entry Level Firefighter

City of Missouri City; Missouri City (TX); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The City of Missouri City invites applications for a full-time firefighter position with the Missouri City Fire & Rescue Services (MCFRS). The role protects life and property by responding to fires, medical emergencies, rescues, and other incidents, while performing public education and risk reduction activities.

Under the supervision of a Fire Lieutenant and Battalion Chief, the firefighter will maintain stations, apparatus, and equipment, participate in training, and support department

Qualifikationen

• Fire suppression, rescue, EMS support, and scene accountability as per department procedures.
• Knowledge of policies, laws, and operating guidelines for emergency response.
• Ability to communicate clearly, document accurately, and manage incident reports and records.

Aufgaben

• Respond to fires, medical emergencies, rescues, and hazardous conditions using approved procedures.
• Provide emergency medical care per certifications and guidelines; assist with patient movement and documentation.
• Operate tools and vehicles safely in accordance with policy and training.
• Complete incident reports and EMS records accurately and timely.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, PPE, SCBA, hoses, and stations; perform minor maintenance.
• Participate in public education and community risk reduction activities.
• Attend training and development activities; assist with company-level training.
• Maintain fitness and comply with policies and chain of command.
• Subject to 24-hour recall.

Kenntnisse

Fire suppression knowledge

EMS support operations

Teamwork in station environment

Communication and documentation

Incident scene accountability

Public education outreach

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Basic Firefighter Certification (Texas)

Basic EMT Certification (TDSHS or NREMT)

Jobbeschreibung

**The written examination is scheduled for Friday, December 11, 2026. Only candidates who receive an official invitation from Human Resources will be eligible to participate.
The Agility Test will also be held by invitation only and is tentatively scheduled for Friday, December 11, 2026, following the written exam (weather permitting). If weather conditions do not allow, the Agility Test will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the Public Safety Headquarters – Fire Station 1, located at 3849 Cartwright Road, Missouri City, Texas 77459.**

This is a full-time position in the Missouri City Fire & Rescue Services (MCFRS), which becomes a classified civil service position after 1 year of employment. An individual in this position protects life and property by responding to fires, medical emergencies, rescues, and other incidents; performing public education and community risk reduction activities; and maintaining stations, apparatus, and equipment in a manner consistent with the fire department’s mission and values.

This position is under the immediate supervision of an assigned Fire Lieutenant; receives general supervision from the Battalion Chief through the chain of command.

• Respond to fires, medical emergencies, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergency incidents; perform assigned suppression, rescue, EMS, scene support, and mitigation functions in accordance with department procedures, certification level, and applicable protocols.
• Provide emergency medical care consistent with Texas certification, Medical Director credentialing, department policy, and approved clinical guidelines; assist with patient movement, treatment, and related documentation.
• Safely operate department tools, equipment, and authorized vehicles, including medical response and support vehicles, in accordance with law, policy, and training.
• Responds to emergency incidents by safely driving in light-duty vehicles (Medical Response) to and from incidents in accordance with law, policies, and training.
• Complete required incident reports, EMS records, check sheets, logs, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in daily station, apparatus, and equipment inspections while maintaining readiness of assigned apparatus, quarters, PPE, SCBA, hose, appliances, and related equipment; perform routine station maintenance and housekeeping, report deficiencies, and complete minor maintenance and work orders to ensure a safe, clean, and operational environment.
• Participate in public education and community risk reduction activities, including fire and life safety presentations, smoke alarm initiatives, pre-fire planning, and other outreach assignments.
• Attend and successfully complete required training, drills, continuing education, and department development activities; assist with company-level training, department pre-planning, and employee development as assigned.
• Maintain continuous awareness of and compliance with City policies, civil-service rules, department policies, standard operating guidelines, safety requirements, and chain-of-command expectations.
• Provide operational input, research, and manpower support for departmental initiatives intended to improve service delivery, readiness, and community outcomes.
• Maintain personal physical fitness and participate in on-duty physical fitness activities;
• Perform other related duties as assigned;
• Subject to 24-hour recall.

Essential Knowledge Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of modern fire suppression, rescue, EMS support operations, firefighter safety, and emergency scene accountability practices.
• Knowledge of department policies, applicable laws, ordinances, and operating guidelines related to emergency response and public service delivery.
• Ability to follow lawful orders, function effectively within the chain of command, and work cooperatively in a team-based station environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, document accurately, complete report writing and records documentation, manage radio communications, and maintain incident scene accountability.
• Ability to inspect, clean, test, and maintain assigned equipment and to identify and report readiness or safety deficiencies.
• Ability to interact professionally with the public, patients, coworkers, and allied agencies while supporting public education and customer service.

• Valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Required certifications/training High school diploma or GED
• Basic Firefighter Certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection
• Basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or National Registry

• Completion of Operations Firefighter Orientation Program
• Credential training and approval from the Department’s Medical Director appropriate to EMS certification level
• Compliance with the department career development program.