Firefighter & EMT First Responder (Full-Time)

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 48; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 48 in Texas is seeking a Full-Time Firefighter to join our district serving 29 square miles west of Houston, between Houston and Katy. The role includes fire rescue, EMS first response, PPE use, and equipment operation.

Shifts are 24 hours on / 72 hours off for full-time firefighters. Candidates must meet TCFP and EMT-B certs, maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License, and complete required trainings within defined timelines.

Qualifications

• Certified as a Firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protections (TCFP).
• EMT-B certification required.
• High school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• NIMS training ICS-100/200/700/800 within six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform fire suppression, rescue, and related duties including handling hoses, ladders and equipment.
• Provide first-responder EMS care to patients as needed.
• Ventilate structures, perform salvage operations and rescue trapped individuals.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

TCFP Basic Firefighter certification

EMT-B certification

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

NIMS ICS-100/200/700/800

Job description

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 48 in Texas is seeking a Full-Time Firefighter to join our district serving 29 square miles west of Houston, between Houston and Katy. The role includes fire rescue, EMS first response, PPE use, and equipment operation.

Shifts are 24 hours on / 72 hours off for full-time firefighters. Candidates must meet TCFP and EMT-B certs, maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License, and complete required trainings within defined timelines.