Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Farmers Branch; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

TMRS Pension

Empower Retirement

Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays

4-Day Work-Week

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Farmers Branch seeks a Firefighter/Paramedic to perform task-level duties and respond to emergencies, while supporting EMS and rescue operations. The role includes equipment maintenance, documentation of checks, and teamwork under supervision.

Applicants must hold a High School Diploma or equivalent, pass agility and medical exams, and meet certification requirements for TCFP Firefighter and TxDSHS Paramedic. Background, drug screening, and fitness standards apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must pass physical agility standard, medical exam, and background checks.
• Safety-sensitive role with random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain familiarity with Fire Department policies, rules, and procedures.
• Perform maintenance checks on apparatus and equipment and document results.
• Participate in firefighting, rescue, and EMS service delivery as directed.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents and visitors.
• Assist with administrative and station duties as directed by officers.
• Relay information to relief personnel and keep superiors informed of progress.

Skills

Team oriented

Effective communication

Calm under pressure

English proficiency

Color vision

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to function as a task level firefighter and paramedic.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain familiarity with and adhere to the policies, rules, regulations, and procedures of the Fire Department.
• Conducts daily, periodic (anytime during the shift), and after use maintenance checks of assigned apparatus and equipment, including documentation.
• Participates in firefighting, rescue, and EMS service delivery as directed by their officer.
• Provides exceptional customer service to all residents and visitors to the City of Farmers Branch.
• Participates in all administrative and station duties as directed by their officer.
• Receives and relays information regarding the activities and happenings occurring during their tour of duty to the appropriate relief personnel.
• Keeps superiors advised of progress, issues, and happenings that might affect the image, efficiency, or morale of the Fire Department.
• Practices good business economics in the use of the Fire Department’s utilities, supplies, and equipment.
• If available during off-duty hours, answers stand-by or special calls.
• When required, assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Driver.
• Acquires and retains all fire and EMS certifications, licenses, or other credentials required by the Fire Chief.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by superiors.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Team oriented. Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and the general public; ability to remain calm in stressful situations; ability to read, speak, and understand English. Ability to distinguish colors.

Exposure to dust, flames and smoke in the suppression of fires; physical demands require considerable physical effort with heavy lifting (over 100 lbs.) carrying, pushing, reaching crawling. Requires heavy muscular effort with resulting fatigue of arms, legs, back or sensory facilities.

Special Requirements

Must be able to pass a physical agility standard, medical exam and a detailed background investigation. This position is subject to call back to duty.

Must meet the Fire Department's annual Fit for Duty Standard.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, polygraph test, psychological exam, criminal background check, and physical exam.

This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.

Licenses and Certificates

• Valid class “C” driver's license with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed, required.
• Class "B" Exempt drivers license must be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment.
• Valid Texas Commission on Fire Protection Certified Basic Firefighter Certification or equivalent (IFSAC Seals FF1, FF2, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Ops), required.
• Valid Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic Certification or National Registry Paramedic Certification, required.

Work Environment

Exposure to dust, flames and smoke in the suppression of fires; physical demands require considerable physical effort with heavy lifting (over 100 lbs.) carrying, pushing, reaching crawling. Requires heavy muscular effort with resulting fatigue of arms, legs, back or sensory facilities.

Certification pay is also available to qualified applicants in the amounts listed below.

Certification Pay

LevelAnnual AmountIntermediate$720Advanced$960Master$1,200

Applicant Eligibility For Lateral Pay Policy (effective 10/01/2021)

• Candidate must possess, at time of application, the following valid certifications:
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection Firefighter Certification, and
• TxDSHS Paramedic Certification

Minimum Service Credit:

Candidate must possess, at the time of application, a minimum of 1 year of continuous full-time employment of TCFP Firefighter Certification, or equivalent, experience OR TxDSHS Paramedic Certification, or equivalent, experience.

Maximum Service Credit:

Candidate can possess, at the time of application, a maximum of 3 years of continuous full-time employment of TCFP Firefighter Certification, or equivalent, experience OR TxDSHS Paramedic Certification, or equivalent, experience as transferable service credits.

Years of Eligible Service Credit

Starting Salary*1$89,727.5 2$94,097.5 3$98,653.42 * Paramedic Pay Included: $2700

The City of Farmers Branch is proud to offer a competitive benefit package to all our full-time employees. Benefits begin on your first day.

Benefits Offered Include

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• TMRS Pension
• Empower Retirement
• Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays
• 4-Day Work-Week
• For most city positions. Ask your hiring manager for more information!
• Tuition Reimbursement

Please visit our Benefits page for more information: https://farmersbranch.attract.neogov.com/p/benefits.

01 Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02 Which best describes your level of experience?

• Less than 1 year
• Between 1 - 3 years
• Over 3 years

03 Do you currently possess a valid Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic certification or a National Registry Paramedic certification? (For your application to be considered as complete, copies of your certifications must be uploaded to your application.)

• Yes
• No
• Will receive this in 90 days.

04 Do you posses a valid Valid Texas Commission on Fire Protection Certified Basic Firefighter Certification or equivalent IFSAC Seals (FF1, FF2, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Ops)?

• Yes
• No

05 Do you possess a valid State of Texas Class C Drivers' license?

• Yes
• No

06 Do you currently possess a valid class B Commercial Driver's License? If you do not, you must be willing to obtain one within six (12) months of employment.

• Yes, I currently have a class B commercial driver's license.
• I will obtain one within twelve (12) months of employment.
• No

07 The city's driving standards state that you cannot have more than 3 traffic citations in the past 3 years or a DWI/DUI conviction in the past 7 years. Have you received more than 3 citations in the past 3 years?

• Yes
• No

08 Are you a current City of Farmers Branch employee?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question