Firefighter/EMT

Join the City of Big Spring Fire Department as a Firefighter/EMT and be part of a team dedicated to serving the community.

We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated individuals to fill the position of Firefighter/EMT. As a Firefighter/EMT, you will be responsible for responding to emergency calls, providing medical assistance, and participating in fire prevention and education programs.

• Respond to emergency calls and provide medical assistance as needed
• Participate in fire prevention and education programs
• Operate fire apparatus and equipment
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks on fire equipment
• Participate in training exercises to maintain certification
• Assist in hydrant, plug, and line maintenance
• Wash, clean, fuel, and service assigned vehicles and equipment
• Request repairs and service of apparatus and equipment as necessary
• Complete necessary local paperwork, including reports, and maintain departmental files and records
• Ensure an adequate inventory of supplies is aboard emergency vehicles through regular checks
• Ensure the proper functioning of all emergency medical equipment and vehicles through regular inspection
• Respond to sites of life-threatening or other emergency medical situations
• Extricate victims of accidents when necessary
• Rend emergency and life-saving medical assistance to those in need
• Transport injured or sick persons to the appropriate care facility
• Inspect buildings and complete pre-fire plans
• Inspect the working condition of fire equipment on a daily basis
• Perform housekeeping and groundskeeping duties at the station
• Provide fire safety information and educational programs to school, church, and civic groups
• Perform other related tasks and duties as assigned by the chain of command

• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED certificate
• Must have reached at least 18 years of age as of the date of the written test and not have reached 36 years of age as of the date of appointment
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license and, on date of hire or within three months of date of hire, must have obtained a Commercial Texas Driver's License, either a Class A or Class B, for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
• If applicable, must submit a Form DD long form to verify an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions from the military
• For non-certified applicants, must receive a minimum passing grade of 70% on the Civil Service written examination for an entry-level firefighter
• Applicants must satisfactorily complete the physical agility course set out by the department in one attempt
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation and not have any of the listed disqualifications established by the department
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association and the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) to obtain certification as a Firefighter
• Ability to obtain appropriate state Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification within 12 months of the date of hire and maintain certification(s) through continuing education throughout employment with the City

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity for advancement and professional growth
• Comprehensive training and certification programs
• State-of-the-art equipment and facilities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for community involvement and outreach

To apply for this position, please submit your application and resume to the City of Big Spring Human Resources Department. We look forward to hearing from you