CERTIFIED PARAMEDIC Firefighter Trainee

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CERTIFIED PARAMEDIC Firefighter Trainee

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POSITION OVERVIEW

CERTIFIED PARAMEDIC FIREFIGHTER TRAINEE POSITION
HOUSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: August 28, 2025
Closing Date: OTF

The Houston Fire Department is the 3rd largest municipal fire department in the United States and the World’s largest accredited municipal fire agency! A great career with a $20,000.00 Hiring Incentive for ALL New Hires Texas Certified Paramedic Firefighter Trainee is available N OW!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Below are the minimum requirements for Texas Certified Paramedic Firefighter Trainee Position:
1. Possess an active Texas Department of State Health Services Certified Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (EMT-P) prior to job offer.
2. Per Chapter 143.023 of the Tex. Loc. Gov’t code, a person may not be certified as eligible for a beginning position in the fire department if the person is 36 years of age or older.

$20,000.00 Incentive Pay for ALL new hires Texas Certified EMT - Paramedic Firefighter Trainee hired in January 2026
Note: An applicant may not have received a Recruitment Incentive previously.

PREFERENCES

ONLY “on-line” applications will be accepted. To apply, go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston .

GENERAL INFORMATION

Texas Department of State Health Services Certified Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic will be subject to verification by the Human Resources Department. Texas Commission of Fire Protection Certified Firefighter will be subject to verification by the Human Resources Department.The employee must demonstrate satisfactory performance and attendance based on department's standards. Failure of the employee to successfully complete the Fire Academy will result in the City of Houston pursuing reimbursement of this incentive payment. Participates in classroom lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions as directed by the Houston Fire Department.Receives and participates in various types of training in emergency medical services and fire suppression. Participates in drills, demonstrations, and instruction in hydraulics, pump operation, maintenance, fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services.Any falsification in the application process will result in disqualification. Applicants must pass and complete all phases of the hiring process (physical ability test, interview, background, immunizations, drug screen, medical examination). Immunizations/shot records will be required prior to receiving a job offer.HFD reserves the right to discontinue consideration in the hiring process based on an applicant conduct or verification of certain disqualifying factors.Must not have ever been convicted of or received community supervision or probation for a Felony or a Class A Misdemeanor.
Date of announcement: August 28, 2025

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$39,999.96 - $56,862.00 Annually