REHIRE Former HFD Classified Members - FIRE FIGHTER
City of Houston, TX
Houston, TX 77002
$57,027.10 - $80,213.64 a year
Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
CITY OF HOUSTON ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE REHIRE OF
HOUSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT CERTIFIED FIRE FIGHTER / EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
FOR THE POSITION OF
FIRE FIGHTER
Exciting things are happening at the Houston Fire Department (HFD) and this is a phenomenal opportunity for former HFD Classified members to rejoin the team.
Eligible to Apply:
- Former HFD Classified Members - Certified Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
1. Must have obtained the rank of Firefighter as a HFD Classified member
2. An Active/Current Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Certification AND
3. An Active/Current Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Certification
DUTIES:
- Re-acclimation training (5 Weeks) - participates in lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions.
- Receives and participates in various types of training in fire suppression and emergency medical services.
- Participates in drills, demonstrations and instruction in hydraulics, pump operation, maintenance, fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services.
ONLY “on-line” applications will be accepted. To apply, go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston
PREFERENCES
None
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Immunizations/shot records will be required prior to job offer.
- Texas Commission of Fire Protection State Fire Fighters Certification and Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Emergency Medical Technician Certification(s), minimum EMT Basic, will be subject to verification by the Human Resources Department.
- Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technicians Certification as a Paramedic will be subject to verification by the Human Resources Department.
- Applicants must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process (fingerprints, motor vehicle report, physical ability test, interview, background, immunizations, drug screen, medical examination).
- HFD reserves the right to discontinue consideration in the hiring process based on an applicant’s conduct or verification of certain disqualifying factors.
- Must not have ever been convicted of or received community supervision for a Felony or a Class A Misdemeanor.
Date of announcement: September 9, 2024
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F
Employer
City of Houston
Address
901 Bagby St
Houston, Texas, 77002
Website
https://www.houstontx.gov/