Firefighter-Paramedic: Rescue, EMS & HazMat Specialist

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Government Resources, Inc. is seeking personnel for firefighting and paramedic roles in Texas.

The position requires paramedic-level EMS, firefighting capabilities, and involvement in prevention and public education activities. Applicants must hold a Texas paramedic license, firefighter certification, a valid Texas Class B license, and ACLS/ITLS/PHTLS credentials as applicable, with ongoing maintenance of these certifications.

Qualifications

• Certification as Paramedic by the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• Certification as Basic Firefighter or higher by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
• TX Class B Driver License or higher.
• ITLS or PHTLS certification or department equivalent.
• ACLS certification or department equivalent.
• Meet all Harker Heights Fire Department Medical Director requirements.
• All above listed certifications and licenses are required to be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Suppress fires using firefighting equipment.
• Perform emergency medical treatment at a paramedic level.
• Perform rescues using ropes and associated hardware and power tools.
• Respond to and address hazardous materials releases as appropriate.
• Assist in fire prevention, public relations and educational activities.
• Operate firefighting equipment.
• Perform station maintenance tasks and perform related work as required.

Skills

Emergency response

Public safety communication

Teamwork

Education

Paramedic license

Firefighter certification

Texas Class B Driver License

ITLS/PHTLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Strategic Government Resources, Inc. is seeking personnel for firefighting and paramedic roles in Texas.

The position requires paramedic-level EMS, firefighting capabilities, and involvement in prevention and public education activities. Applicants must hold a Texas paramedic license, firefighter certification, a valid Texas Class B license, and ACLS/ITLS/PHTLS credentials as applicable, with ongoing maintenance of these certifications.