Fast-Track Firefighter & EMS Trainee

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking candidates for the position of Certified Fire Fighter Trainee and/or Emergency Medical Technician-Basic and/or Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic within the Houston Fire Department. The program involves an eight-week fast-track Training Academy and multiple certifications in fire and EMS fields.

Applicants must meet multiple certification requirements and undergo the department's comprehensive hiring process, including illegality checks and immunizations.

Qualifications

• Active TCFP Firefighter Certification
• Active TDSHS Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification
• Active TDSHS Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Certification

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Participates in drills, demonstrations, and instruction in hydraulics, pump operation, maintenance, fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services.

Education

TCFP Firefighter Certification

TDSHS EMT-B Certification

TDSHS EMT-Paramedic Certification

Job description

City of Houston is seeking candidates for the position of Certified Fire Fighter Trainee and/or Emergency Medical Technician-Basic and/or Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic within the Houston Fire Department. The program involves an eight-week fast-track Training Academy and multiple certifications in fire and EMS fields.

Applicants must meet multiple certification requirements and undergo the department's comprehensive hiring process, including illegality checks and immunizations.