Firefighter Paramedic: Rapid Response & EMS Leader

Gfoat; Melissa (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat in Melissa, TX is seeking a firefighter to respond to emergencies, perform basic preventive maintenance on apparatus and facilities, and participate in prevention and public education activities. You may serve in a leadership capacity in the absence of a fire officer and work a rotating schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and hold or expect to obtain required Texas fire protections certifications and EMT-Paramedic

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Texas Basic Firefighter Certification required; EMT-Paramedic preferred.
• Driver/Operator license preferred; must obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency incidents and mitigate hazards using incident command system.
• Perform preventive maintenance on fire apparatus, equipment, and facilities.
• Engage in fire prevention, EMS, and public education activities as assigned.

Skills

Emergency response

Fire suppression

Public safety communications

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma or GED

Texas Basic Firefighter Certification

EMT-Paramedic

Driver/Operator license

NIMS 100/200/700/701/702/703/704/800 training

Job description

Gfoat in Melissa, TX is seeking a firefighter to respond to emergencies, perform basic preventive maintenance on apparatus and facilities, and participate in prevention and public education activities. You may serve in a leadership capacity in the absence of a fire officer and work a rotating schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and hold or expect to obtain required Texas fire protections certifications and EMT-Paramedic