Firefighter: Rescue, Suppression & Property Protection

Gfoat; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Mount Pleasant, Texas, is seeking a Firefighter to perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical duties and to maintain equipment and facilities. Under supervision of the Fire Captain, you will respond to emergencies, participate in training, and help protect residents and property.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent, Basic Firefighter certification, NIMS 100/700 within the first year, and Class B Texas Driver’s License within the first year; strong teamwork, stamina, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active Basic Firefighter certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
• NIMS 100 and 700 course completion within the first year.
• Class B Texas Driver’s License within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Trains in firefighting and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Deploys and advances fire attack lines.
• Performs salvage work to conserve property.
• Administers first aid to injured persons.
• Participates in fire drills and training classes.
• Inspects buildings for pre-fire planning.

Skills

Fire suppression

Rescue operations

Emergency medical duties

Equipment maintenance

Two-way radio communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safe driving

Reading & following instructions

Situational awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active Basic Firefighter certification (Texas)

NIMS 100 and 700 certificates

Class B Texas Driver’s License

Job description

City of Mount Pleasant, Texas, is seeking a Firefighter to perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical duties and to maintain equipment and facilities. Under supervision of the Fire Captain, you will respond to emergencies, participate in training, and help protect residents and property.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent, Basic Firefighter certification, NIMS 100/700 within the first year, and Class B Texas Driver’s License within the first year; strong teamwork, stamina, and