FIREFIGHTER

City of Weslaco; Weslaco (TX); In loco; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

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Weslaco Fire Department seeks a dedicated Firefighter to perform firefighting duties, engage in emergency and non-emergency service delivery, and participate in prevention and education programs. The role includes a 48-hour shift pattern in the Suppression Division and adherence to department SOPs.

Employee will pursue paramedic training if not already certified, and must maintain TCFP and EMT certifications as conditions of employment.

Competenze

• Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible for naturalization.
• Be at least 18 years old and under 36.
• Graduate of an accredited high school or equivalent; transcripts required.
• Valid Texas Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Birth Certificate and Social Security Card required.
• Ability to read and write English fluently.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen at City's expense.
• Certification by TCFP or certifiable; EMT-B/EMT-A/EMT-P or NRE available per requirements.

Mansioni

• Respond to emergency incidents and fight fires with BLS/ALS or paramedic skills.
• Operate firefighting equipment and hose lines at incidents.
• Direct water streams and hydrant connections during suppression.
• Administer first aid and use defibrillators and medical equipment.
• Enter structures to perform searches and rescues when needed.
• Maintain fire department equipment and quarters; perform routine duties.
• Attend required training and certification programs; comply with SOPs.

Conoscenze

Citizenship

English fluency

Background check readiness

Physical stamina

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Texas Driver's License

TCFP certification

EMT certification

Descrizione del lavoro

A firefighter shall perform duties as directed by higher-ranking officers of the Weslaco Fire Department. A Firefighter shall participate in emergency and non-emergency service delivery, fire prevention and fire safety education programs, and routine activities and duties as defined by Fire Department standard operating guidelines or as assigned by a higher-ranking officer. A Firefighter assigned to the Suppression Division will work a standard 48-hour shift schedule.

Employee will also be required to attend a paramedic class, successfully complete it, and become certified through the Texas Department of State Health Service if not already certified.

Completion of Probation

Under direct supervision, performs general firefighting work in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires, and in the maintenance of fire department equipment and quarters. Also responsible for the protection of life and property through firefighting activities with and without supervision. Performs hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke and cramped surroundings. Specific orders and directions are given by a superior officer, but the work requires knowledge and understanding of firefighting methods which is gained by experience and training. A large portion of the time is spent in routine house duties, in the cleaning and care of equipment, quarters, fire apparatus, and in the study of firefighting techniques.

Only applicants who possess a valid certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) and one of the following certifications: EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-P from the Texas Department of State Health Services will be considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen by birth or naturalization.
• Be at least 18 years of age but not 36 years of age or older.
• Be a graduate of an accredited high school or have an equivalency certificate; transcripts must be provided as proof of completion.
• Valid Texas Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• Birth Certificate
• Social Security Card
• Be able to read and write the English language fluently.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen at City's expense.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT TO A BEGINNING POSITION:

• Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, or certifiable.
• An EMT Basic/Paramedic, EMT Intermediate, or Emergency Medical Technician certificate issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services, Or National Registry of Emergency Technicians.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of, the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related, or a logical assignment to the position.
• Attendance, physically present to work.
• Produces written documents to document technical and legal matters.
• Responds to emergency incidents, fights fires and utilizes either basic life support (BLS) or advanced life support (ALS) and/or paramedic skills.
• Uses firefighting equipment, including fire hoses or apparatus at emergency incidents.
• Assists in advancing hose lines and making hydrant connections.
• Directs water streams on fires.
• Administers emergency first aid to injured persons.
• Operated hydraulic or pneumatic rescue equipment to rescue trapped endangered persons and to force entry into locked vehicles or structures, fire apparatus during fire suppression activities and motor vehicles (automobile and fire apparatus) requiring a standard Texas Drivers license to perform regular and emergency firefighting duties.
• Uses defibrillators, breathing apparatus and endotracheal intubation.
• Administers drugs and intravenous solutions.
• Uses axes, pry tools and pike poles to enter vehicles or structures.
• Uses common hand tools to overhaul a fire scene and perform routine fire apparatus maintenance duties.
• Performs searches and rescues inside burning building.
• Moves heavy objects (up to 185 pounds or more) including 5\