Firefighter/Paramedic or Firefighter/EMT

Colleyville Dental; Colleyville (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated emergency responders to join their team. This role involves responding to fire and medical emergencies, performing essential fire suppression duties, and maintaining equipment readiness. Candidates must possess a strong foundation in emergency medical services and firefighting, demonstrating both physical fitness and problem-solving skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring you are well-supported in your critical role within the community. If you're passionate about serving and protecting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have Paramedic Certification and Firefighter 1 & 2 certification.
• One year of experience in emergency medical services or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls and performs fire suppression duties.
• Maintains readiness for emergency call response and performs routine maintenance.

Skills

Emergency Medical Response

Fire Suppression Techniques

Physical Fitness

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paramedic Certification

Firefighter 1 and 2 Certification

Job description

Summary of Position

THIS IS A TWO STEP APPLICATION PROCESS

Follow the link https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/colleyville for instructions on how to apply

Step 1. Must apply with the City of Colleyville by May 30, 2025 - 11:59PM

Step 2. Must test with Public Safety Answers by June 2, 2025 - 8:00PM

The candidate assessment is a 15-45 minute, self-administered psychometric assessment. It measures reasoning and problem-solving skills, plus 25 traits, or dimensions of personality, intended to measure an individual’s characteristics for the purpose of determining the best fit for employment in a specific position.

This job is responsible for maintaining readiness for emergency call response; responding to fire, medical, and related emergency calls when dispatched and taking proper action; performing routine apparatus and facility maintenance and performing other tasks related to City and Fire Department activities. The employee works within the scope of established Fire Department rules, regulations and procedures; however, is expected to exercise considerable judgment and initiative, in emergency situations.

Essential Functions

Responds to alarms and performs fire suppression and emergency medical duties including entry, ventilation, and salvage work that may involve crawling in confined spaces; climbing ladders and objects; reaching, lifting or dragging; pulling, rolling, or carrying of fire hoses and fire/medical equipment over uneven and unstable terrain.

Minimum Qualifications

• Paramedic Requirements - High School Diploma or GED required supplemented by one (1) year of experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; Basic Firefighter 1 and 2 certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection; Paramedic Certification; Acceptable physical fitness, background, and possession of or ability to obtain a State of Texas Class B driver’s license within 90 days of employment.
• EMT Requirements -High School Diploma or GED required supplemented by one (1) year of experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; Basic Firefighter 1 and 2 certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection; Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B); Acceptable physical fitness, background, and possession of or ability to obtain a State of Texas Class B driver’s license within 90 days of employment.
  
  

SALARY: $71,302 annually - Paramedic

$67,906 annually - EMT

Contact Person

NAME: Tim Folden, Assistant Fire Chief

ADDRESS: 5209 Colleyville Boulevard, Colleyville, TX 76034

The City of Colleyville offers a wide range of employee benefits. Read more about our organization.

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Were you referred by a current City of Colleyville employee?

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Are you currently TCFP certified Firefighter 1 & 2?

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Are you TXDHS EMT-B?

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Are you TXDSHS Paramedic certified or licensed?

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If you do not have any of the above certifications, please explain.

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