Firefighter EMT/Paramedic

Application Open Date: October 20, 2026

Application Close Date: November 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Test with Public Safety Answers on link below by: November 8, 2026 - 11:59 pm CT
(Mandatory)

https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/odessa

• Possess a valid Texas "C" Driver License.
• Successful Applicants with out-of-state licenses must have a Texas License at the time of employment.
• Applicant must be a certified Firefighter with the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
• Applicant must be a certified Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at the time of employment.
• If not a Texas DSHS-certified Paramedic when hired, the employee must enroll in the first available Paramedic class and/or prerequisite classes and make a continuous, uninterrupted effort to pass and become a Texas DSHS-certified Paramedic.
• Employee must maintain at least Paramedic level certification during employment with the Odessa Fire Rescue.

"As authorized by Article 6243e, Texas Revised Civil Statutes, on October 30, 1941, after approval by the members of the fire department, the Odessa Firefighter's Relief and Retirement Fund was established. All persons employed as Firefighters with Odessa Fire Rescue must become members of the Odessa Firefighter's Relief and Retirement Fund. The maximum age for a new member is 35 years."

• Knowledge of modern firefighting and rescue techniques, knowledge of fire laws, ordinances, rules and regulations,
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of firefighting apparatus and equipment.
• Ability to write, read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions and regulations.
• Learn the principles and practices used in modern fire suppression and fire activities.
• Ability to perform strenuous work under hazardous and adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.

• A Written Exam, Physical Agility Test, Background Investigation, Oral Interview, Medical Physical and Drug Screen.