Firefighter​/Paramedic

Firefighter/Paramedics work the 48/96 work schedule under general direction of the Fire Lieutenant. Firefighter/Paramedics are on a reoccurring cycle working 48 hours and then being off for 96 hours. This is a highly responsible professional position that performs a combination of both duties in the areas of firefighting and emergency medical services.

IN ADDITION TO BASE SALARY IS FLSA/OT PAY. IT MAY ADDITIONALLY INCLUDE CERT AND EDUCATION PAY.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS IN ORDER TO TEST.

A Fire Department Entrance Examination will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 8:00 AM. It will be held at Watauga Fire Department 5909 Hightower Dr. Watauga, TX 76148.

The Physical Ability Test will be held at a later date.

Final date to receive applications is Friday, November 13, 2026, by 12:00 PM.

Personal History Statements are due on Friday, November 20, 2026, 5:00 PM.

The overall purpose of this physical ability test is to assess the applicant’s ability to perform common fire ground related activities and to gauge the overall physical ability of the applicant. For safety purposes, applicants are required to wear closed toe shoes or boots to complete the test.

Applicants are also required to wear a Helmet, disposable gloves, and a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) throughout the physical ability testing. This equipment will be provided for the applicant. Items will be disinfected between use. The SCBA will consist of the backpack with frame, shoulder and waist straps, and air cylinder of the current in-service model.

Items will be disinfected between applicants.

We intend to conduct the PAT following the written examination on November 17, weather permitting. Depending on weather conditions or the number of candidates, additional PAT dates may be scheduled to accommodate testing within our timeline.

PAT details and requirements will be provided to candidates before the examination date.

The details on the PAT test will be provided by the Fire Department along with practice date and times.

• Assists in the removal of victims from dangerous situations.
• Provides basic and/or advanced life support and fire fighting work in the treatment of the sick or injured and fire fighting duties in preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires along with water and other rescue related duties.
• Provides fire fighting, rescue, first aid and basic and/or advanced life support at emergency scenes.
• Prepares complete records and reports related to fire, emergency medical care and vehicle operations provided during operational periods.
• Participates in the exchange of information between off-going and on-coming shifts and in crew meetings as necessary.
• Checks all personal gear, assigned vehicles, equipment and tools to ensure safe and effective operation.
• Responds to alarms of fire or other emergencies; lays, connects and uses hose and nozzles to direct fog or water stream.
• Raises and climbs ladders, uses fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, pike poles, halogens, drills, saws, extrication tools and appliances and other equipment safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Operates engines, trucks, ambulances, and rescue units safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains familiarity with box maps and related road networks within the fire district area and within those areas with Automatic Aid Response Agreements.
• Participates in all scheduled and assigned training classes.
• Communicates among assigned personnel, other employees throughout the city, upper management and the general public as necessitated by the position.
• Performs other job-related duties consistent with assigned division responsibilities.

Must be 18 years of age and have not reached the age of 40 before the date of testing.

Must hold a valid Texas Driver's License.

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Must possess a high school diploma or GED.

Must meet at least one of the following bulleted certification requirements:

• a Basic Structural Firefighter Certificate issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection AND a current Texas Paramedic License/Certificate issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services; or
• a current Texas Paramedic License/Certificate issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services; or
• a current Texas EMT certificate issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services AND currently be enrolled in a CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic…