Firefighter​/EMT

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license
• Possess a Texas Commission on Fire Protection - Firefighter certification (or EMTs who are in fire school within 90 days of fire certification)
• Have a current Texas Department of State Health Services - EMT certification
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be of good moral character and integrity
• Capable of passing a comprehensive background investigation
• Must reside within 45 miles or 1 hour drive time from the station
• This position is considered an essential position. Recall is mandatory in the events of a significant nature. The firefighter/EMT may work overtime as required.

Submit a City of Portland Fire Department application to portlandfd. Applications may also be hand-delivered or mailed to the City of Portland Fire Dept., 595 Buddy Ganem Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed City of Portland Fire Department application. For more information or to ask questions regarding the position, please call the City of Portland Fire Department at .

• Category:
  Fire Department
• Status:
  Open
• Exemption:
  Non-Exempt
• Salary: $64,500 annual salary (Higher salary based on verified experience)
• Posted:
  December 29, 2025 11:30 AM
• Closing:
  January 29, 2026 5:00 PM