Firefighter

Greater Harris; Tomball (TX); Presencial; USD 63.000 - 68.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Tomball is seeking Full-Time Firefighter to join the fire suppression, prevention and rescue teams. Responsibilities include operating equipment, ladders, water streams, and conducting first aid to emergencies during hazardous conditions.

Qualified candidates hold a Texas Fire Fighter certification or IFSAC seal, CPR/AED, NIMS certificates, and EMT credentials. A Class C license with B within a year is required. Testing occurs in December with SI & interview to follow.

Formación

• Must possess a Basic (or higher) Fire Fighter certification by Texas Commission on Fire Protection or a Firefighter I and II IFSAC Seal.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Must have completed NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• Must possess and maintain EMT certification (Texas Department of State Health Services or National Registry).
• Must hold a valid Class C Texas driver license and obtain Class B within 1 year of employment.

Responsabilidades

• Engage in fire suppression, prevention, public education and rescue activities.
• Perform search and rescue operations including swift water rescue when required.
• Administer first aid and EMS to injured persons within certification level.
• Operate hoses, pumps and ladders; set up water streams up to 250 gpm.
• Work under hazardous conditions with safety protocols and PPE.
• Participate in testing, interviews, and physical agility requirements.

Conocimientos

Physical stamina

Oral communication

Educación

TCFP/IFSAC Fire Fighter certification

CPR/AED certification

NIMS 100/200/700/800

EMT certification (Texas or NREMT)

Texas Class C driver license (B within 1 year)

Descripción del empleo

Firefighter# FirefighterTomball, TX 77375## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## Full-Time FirefighterThe City of Tomball is accepting applications for the positions of **Full-Time Firefighter**. These positions participate in fire suppression, prevention, public education and rescue activities in protecting life, property and the environment, and provide first aid response to medical emergencies. This testing process will be utilized to establish an eligibility list for full-time firefighter positions (good for 1 year with an option to extend).**Reports To:** Fire Chief**FLSA:**Non-Exempt**Positions Supervised:**None**Pay Grade:** T-140**ESSENTIAL DUTIES:*** Works shift schedules including weekends, holidays, and extended hours in emergency, disaster or other situations influenced by workload or staffing difficulties.* Runs, walks, stoops, bends, crawls, rolls, climbs, jumps, lifts, (heavy objects weighing up to and exceeding 200 lbs., including human bodies and hoses), carries, drags and operates assigned equipment, vehicles while performing fire prevention and suppression duties.* With assistance, advances charged and flowing fire hoses discharging up to 250 gpm at 100 psi spray or fog or 50psi straight bore tip pressure.* Performs fire-fighting operations including deploying and operating hoses, pumping apparatus, directing water streams or other chemicals and raising and climbing unsupported ladders including ground and aerial of up to 100 feet.* Performs search and rescue for trapped or injured persons to include swift water rescue work with and without use of boat.* Administers first aid and emergency medical service to injured persons to level authorized by Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic Certification.* Works under dangerous conditions and in hostile environments during fire suppression or emergency medical activities, aircraft emergency and incidents involving hazardous chemicals.* Other duties as assigned.**SALARY RANGE:*** **Hiring range** - $63,490 - $67,934**($21.80 - $23.33)*** **Salary range -** $63,490 - $90,156**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement -** The City of Tomball does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Disability in employment or the provision of services.## Qualifications* Must possess a Basic (or higher) Fire Fighter certification by Texas Commission on Fire Protection or a Firefighter I and II IFSAC Seal* Current CPR/AED certification* Must have completed NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800* Must possess and maintain throughout employment a Texas Department of State Health Services or National Registry EMT certification or higher* Shall possess a valid Class C Texas motor vehicle operator's license. (Must obtain a Class B license within 1 year of employment)* Must successfully pass a physical agility test and oral interview board* Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, background check, and drug screen.**TESTING PROCESS:**There will be an exam process for a full-time Driver/Operator promotional list. This list is good for one (1) year but can be extended for up to 6 additional months, at the discretion of the Fire Chief.**Test Dates**:* Physical Agility Testing – December 3rd & 4th& 5th* Skills Testing / Interview – **TBD**