Firefighter / EMT

City of Selma CA; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Selma CA seeks a Firefighter EMT to provide emergency response, fire suppression, and prevention services. The role includes responding to alarms, medical calls, and enforcing safety codes to protect the community.

You will operate fire apparatus, perform rescue and medical care, and assist in maintaining station readiness and public safety education. Must hold EMT license and Firefighter certification, and be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; valid Texas driver's license.
• TCFP-Basic Structural Certified Firefighter.
• TDSHS EMT-basic or higher.
• Ability to obtain a Class B exempt license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories.
• Must pass medical exam including vision, a physical, and a drug screening.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Respond to alarms and operate fire apparatus at scenes; perform rescue operations.
• Perform fire suppression duties.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide emergency medical care.
• Assist in maintaining clean and orderly conditions in the fire station and on its grounds.
• Speak to and facilitate demonstrations pertaining to fire and fire prevention.
• Promote safety in all aspects of the Fire Department.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Texas driver license

Texas Commission on Fire Protection-Basic Structural Certified Firefighter

Texas Department of State Health Services EMT-basic or higher

Class B exempt license

Age 18 or older

No felony convictions or disqualifying histories

Medical exam including vision, physical, and drug screening

U.S. work eligibility

Job description

Brief Description

The purpose of this position is to provide emergency response, fire suppression and fire prevention. This is accomplished by responding to fire alarms; responding to emergency medical calls and other emergency calls; and participating in code enforcement activities. Other duties may include routine care and maintenance of grounds and property, and public education activities.

FIREFIGHTER EMT

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Brief Description

The purpose of this position is to provide emergency response, fire suppression and fire prevention. This is accomplished by responding to fire alarms; responding to emergency medical calls and other emergency calls; and participating in code enforcement activities. Other duties may include routine care and maintenance of grounds and property, and public education activities.

Essential Functions

• Respond to alarms in various fire apparatus; Operate apparatus at scenes. Perform rescue operations.
• Perform fire suppression duties.
• Respond to medical emergencies.
• Provide emergency medical care to the level of training.
• Assist in the maintenance of clean and orderly conditions in the fire station and on its grounds.
• May be requested to speak and facilitate demonstrations pertaining to all aspects of fire and fire prevention.
• Promote safety in all aspects of the Fire Department.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license without record of suspension or revocation in any state by date of hire
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection-Basic Structural Certified Firefighter
• Texas Department of State Health Services EMT-basic or higher
• Ability to obtain a Class B exempt license
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must not have any felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories
• Must pass a medical exam which includes a vision exam, a physical, and a drug screening
• Must be eligible to work in the United States