Firefighter Paramedic: Life-Saving Field Response

City of West University Place; West University Place (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of West University Place seeks a dedicated firefighter/paramedic to provide emergency support for fire and medical incidents. You will respond to calls, assist in rescuing, provide basic and advanced life support, and help maintain facilities and apparatus readiness.

Responsibilities include incident reporting, staff and public safety training, and participating in daily fire station operations. Applicants must meet licensing requirements and pass a background check and physical exam.

Qualifications

• Firefighter certification is required for employment.
• Paramedic certification is required for employment.
• Background check, drug screen, and medical exam may be required.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fire suppression, hazard mitigation, and medical emergencies.
• Maintains readiness for emergency call response and extinguishes fires.
• Provides basic and advanced life support care as needed.
• Maintains equipment and apparatus in proper condition for immediate response.
• Prepares incident reports and supports safety education for staff/public.
• Participates in daily fire station operations and related duties.

Skills

Emergency response

Public safety

Teamwork

Medical emergency care

Education

TCFP Basic Structural Firefighter

Certified Paramedic

Job description

The City of West University Place seeks a dedicated firefighter/paramedic to provide emergency support for fire and medical incidents. You will respond to calls, assist in rescuing, provide basic and advanced life support, and help maintain facilities and apparatus readiness.

Responsibilities include incident reporting, staff and public safety training, and participating in daily fire station operations. Applicants must meet licensing requirements and pass a background check and physical exam.