Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Allen, TX is seeking a highly skilled Firefighter/Paramedic to join our team. As a Firefighter/Paramedic, you will be responsible for providing emergency medical services, responding to fire and emergency calls, and performing various duties to protect lives and property.

• Provides emergency medical services by responding to emergency calls, assessing medical needs, and administering advanced life support.
• Protects lives and property by responding to fire and emergency calls, performing radio communications, and completing fire suppression activities.
• Maintains fire-fighting and paramedic equipment and fire station property by performing preventative maintenance and ensuring apparatus is operating properly.
• Maintains assigned medical and firefighting certifications by participating in continuing education and completing appropriate paperwork.
• Educates the community about fire safety by responding to citizen inquiries, presenting fire safety tips, and demonstrating proper fire extinguisher use and first aid procedures.

• High School diploma or equivalent with no prior relevant experience.
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection Firefighter (Structural) Certification.
• Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Paramedic Certification or License.
• Current and valid Driver's License.

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including vision insurance.
• Flexible dental plan.
• Life insurance, including Basic Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage.
• Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Optional benefits, including Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Supplemental Life, Dependent Life, and Voluntary AD&D insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Wellness program, including health incentives.
• Workers Compensation.
• Generous time off, including paid holidays, vacation, and unlimited sick leave.
• Retirement benefits, including TMRS participation and Social Security.
• Deferred Compensation plan.
• Longevity rewards, including a monthly bonus.