Firefighter & EMS Rescue Specialist

City of Horseshoe Bay; Horseshoe Bay (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Firefighter wellness program

Uniform allowance

Paid training and certifications

Job summary

The City of Horseshoe Bay seeks a dedicated firefighter to join its department, performing fire suppression, EMS support, inspections, and education. The role emphasizes physical fitness, rapid response, and adherence to safety protocols within a structured municipal fire service.

Ideal candidates will hold Basic Firefighter Certification (TX) and EMT-Basic, with Hazardous Materials training and a TX Class-B driver license.

Qualifications

• Twelve months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Firefighter Certification through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
• Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification through the Texas State Department of Health Services.
• Specialized Class-B Exempt, Texas driver’s license.
• Hazardous Materials Operations Level training.
• Ability to meet continuing education requirements for recertifications and training standards/requirements of the Horseshoe Bay Fire Department.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fires, auto extrications, rescues, hazmat spills, EMS calls to protect lives and property; performs fire, rescue and EMS operations.
• Presents public education programs, fire prevention, and life safety presentations to citizens.
• Performs municipal fire and life safety inspections as directed.
• Drives and operates emergency equipment at scenes and maintains equipment/tools.
• Performs daily equipment checks and routine maintenance of vehicles and related equipment.
• Cleans and maintains fire apparatus, equipment, stations, and facilities.
• Participates in training programs and continuing education.
• Advances hose lines, hydrant connections, directs water/pressure streams, uses extinguishers and ventilates buildings.
• Operates rescue tools and performs searches in burning buildings; ventilates buildings by opening windows/holes.
• Prepares and maintains records, logs, and reports regarding alarms, inspections, medical emergencies, and fire prevention activities.
• Participates in drills and classes pertaining to medical services, fire suppression, rescue, hydraulics, and inspections.
• Responsible for maintenance of fire hydrants throughout the City.
• Assists in securing sites by directing traffic and setting up lighting and safety activities.
• Assists in investigating fires; collects and preserves evidence; secures fire scene.
• Maintains physical fitness as part of the role.

Skills

Emergency response

Fire prevention

Public education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or equivalent

Basic Firefighter Certification (Texas)

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Hazardous Materials Operations Level

Specialized Class-B Exempt Texas driver’s license

Job description

The City of Horseshoe Bay seeks a dedicated firefighter to join its department, performing fire suppression, EMS support, inspections, and education. The role emphasizes physical fitness, rapid response, and adherence to safety protocols within a structured municipal fire service.

Ideal candidates will hold Basic Firefighter Certification (TX) and EMT-Basic, with Hazardous Materials training and a TX Class-B driver license.