Firefighter

Responds to all fire, rescue, medical, and other calls for service up to and including Advanced Life Support/Mobile Integrated Health depending on certification. Sustains a high level of preparedness for emergencies, and maintains station, vehicles and equipment for fire suppression/prevention.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have the following certifications:
  • Basic firefighter certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection AND EMT or Paramedic Certification OR
  • Paramedic certification OR
  • Hold certification with a fire or EMS agency in another state that has reciprocity with the State of Texas or IFSAC seal and/or National Registry
  • Once assigned by the department, you must be able to successfully complete courses, obtain and retain TCFP Basic Fire Certification, EMT, EMT-A, Paramedic, and/or successfully complete our medical director credentialing process.
  • Valid Texas Class "B" Drivers License with good driving record within one (1) year of employment.
  • Paramedic certification preferred.

**Paramedics Preferred**

Applicants who will have Paramedic certification test results (DSHS or National Registry) by 10/15 will be considered.

A COMPLETED POLYGRAPH PACKET MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH THE APPLICATION. POLYGRAPH PACKET LOCATED HERE

JOB POSTING WILL CLOSE ON WEDNESDAY, 10/15.

Positions Available
4

Salary Information
Starting pay: Firefighter/Paramedic $79,250*

*Includes $4,800 paramedic certification pay

Firefighter/EMT Starting Pay: $74,450

PAT Test
Multiple sessions, conducted in-house. More information will be sent to those that qualify.

Any further questions, contact Assistant Fire Chief Brent Sauble at bsauble@burlesontx.com

Important Documents

Now Hiring Firefighters Flyer 

Become a Firefighter | Burleson, TX - Official Website