Firefighter - Part Time

Responsibilities

Perform a wide variety of technical tasks and functions in support of fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical services, rescue, and hazardous material operations. The Part-Time Firefighter will be assigned to work nine (9) hour on-duty shifts based on availability. Part-Time Firefighters are expected to work a minimum of five (5) shifts per month. Shift days and hours may be subject to change.

• Work cooperatively with other BCESD No. 2 Department employees, members, and the public
• Work at heights greater than ten (10) feet.
• Perform all duties related to fire rescue, including connecting and carrying fire hose, carrying, and setting up ladders, directing water and chemicals on burning structures, vegetation, vehicle, and other objects.
• Communicate with customers, clients, or the public in face-to-face, and/or one on one settings, email, and telephone.
• Tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing job duties.
• Work for long periods of time requiring sustained physical activity and intense concentration.
• Demonstrate acuity and ability of use of sense of sight and hearing to help determine the nature of an emergency and make operational decisions.
• Rescue persons trapped in vehicles, burning buildings, and other places.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Observe and follow safety rules and regulations including wearing safety apparel and devices during the course and scope of job-related duties.
• Inspect equipment and supplies daily to ensure that all emergencies can be handled; restock supplies.
• Learn job-related material through structured lecture and reading and through verbal instruction and observation.
• Attend and complete all training as required.
• Maintain required certification.
• Ability to lift and carry 120 lbs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Shall possess a current certification as a Basic firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (“TCFP”) or higher at the time of hiring.
• Hold minimum current certification as an EMT-Basic by the Texas Department of Health and Services or higher.
• Must have a valid Texas Class B Exempt License. (Obtained within 90 days)
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Must be able to read, write and fluently speak English.
• Preferred experience in a paid or Part-Time paid Fire Department (Fire Chief may use discretion).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Pass a background check.
• Pass a medical exam and drug screen test.

Starting Wage:
EMT: $20.00 per hour

Paramedic
: $22.00 per hour

Protective Clothing:
Supplied by District

Uniforms:
Supplied by District

Please complete the application, attach your resume and all certifications.

Out of state applicants must be able to transfer their home state training/certifications to the State of Texas. The TCFP recognizes certification with an International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (“IFSAC”) seal. For questions, please call TCFP at  or tcfp.texas.gov.

This is an “at will” employment position, which may be terminated by the employee or employer at any time, for any or no reason, with or without notice, except as prohibited by law.