What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter position at City of New Braunfels, TX?
Salary : $66,974.00 Annually
Location : New Braunfels, TX
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 00120
Department : FIRE
Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 7 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Central
Job Summary
STARTING SALARY PARAMEDIC : 75,659
STARTING SALARY EMT BASIC : 72,659
- Proposed FY24 annual base pay for Firefighter of $65,023 plus approximate built-in overtime of $5,685
- Paramedic pay includes $3,000 annual assignment pay
Under close supervision, performs firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical duties as required to protect lives and property; and maintains Fire Department equipment, tools, facilities, and vehicles. The City of New Braunfels Fire Department operates under Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code.
APPLICANTS MUST ALSO PASS THE PHYSICAL AGILITY STANDARDS AND MEET ALL OF THE ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THE "ADDITIONAL SUITABILITY FACTORS," WHICH CAN BE FOUND ON OUR CITY WEBSITE AT :
NOTICE OF EXAMINATION
PHYSCIAL AGILITY STANDARDS / INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL SUITIBILITY FACTORS
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Inspects and maintains personal protective equipment and assures that all firefighting equipment is in a state of readiness and available for immediate use.
Responds to emergency alarms and calls and performs fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical duties as required to control emergency incident; relays orders, instructions and information on emergency actions, and follows orders in stressful conditions with immediate response and action.
Operates emergency, fire, rescue, medical and life saving tools and equipment; assists and coordinates with law enforcement personnel and other responders as required; ventilates and enters burning structures to extinguish fires and rescue victims.
Mitigates hazards, emergency situations and hazardous materials incidents; performs salvage and clean-up activities at fire and emergency scenes.
Performs station maintenance; maintains station living quarters in clean and orderly condition; operates, inspects and maintains ambulance and other fire equipment; performs minor repairs on apparatus and equipment inside and outside of facilities.
Learn current geography and physical layout of the City, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks and building locations, and special hazards of designated facilities, to assure that firefighting activities are accomplished in a fast, effective and safe manner.
Assists in the preparation and maintenance of required documentation and records.
Assists with inspection of buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances; may assist with fire investigations.
Conducts public education sessions for a wide variety of audiences; participates in fire prevention, pre-fire planning and safety programs; assists with training of citizens and volunteer staff as assigned.
Attends training programs to continuously update work skills and knowledge.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education and Experience :
High school diploma or GED equivalent; must be eighteen (18) years of age.
Required Licenses or Certifications :
Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements
Required Knowledge of :
Principles and practices of modern fire suppression, prevention, and emergency medical care.
Procedures and equipment used in modern firefighting and emergency medical response.
Operational characteristics of fire suppression apparatus and equipment.
Methods and techniques of handling hazardous materials.
City geography, traffic patterns, and the location of all streets, landmarks and buildings.
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations governing fire safety.
Required Skill in :
Observing and following safe firefighting practices.
Following orders under stressful conditions.
Recognizing the construction, contents and occupancy of buildings in order to apply appropriate standard firefighting techniques.
Assessing emergency medical needs, stabilizing patient, and providing emergency medical care.
Operating and maintaining fire suppression apparatus, tools and equipment.
Maintaining physical condition required for the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with City employees, State and Federal agencies, and the general public.
Performing maintenance and repair of firefighting vehicles, facilities, equipment, tools, and hydrants.
Operating and maintaining computer and communications equipment.
Effective, clear and concise communication, both verbally and in writing.
Physical Demands / Work Environment :
Requires constant and strenuous physical efforts including safely standing, kneeling, bending, crawling, and reaching for extended periods of time; ability to safely lift, carry, and move items weighing a minimum of one hundred (100) pounds and safely drag items weighing a minimum of one hundred seventy-five (175) pounds.
Will be exposed to environmental allergens, gases, fumes, hazardous chemicals / materials, communicable diseases and potential physical harm; varying noise levels; dark and confined spaces.
Must be able to work irregular hours in uniform or wearing full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus including weekends, holidays and evenings on any assigned shift.
Must maintain a level of physical and mental fitness to meet standards.
NOTE : This position is designated safety and / or security sensitive.
The City of New Braunfels offers a cost effective comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees. Some of our benefits are also available to our part-time regular employees.
To learn more about our compensation and benefits, please visit our page.
To continue in the application / hiring process, you must attach required documents to this application. Failure to attach required documents will result in your application being rejected. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand these instructions.
Are or will you be at least 18 years of age at the time and date of the written examination?
Have you reached 40 years of age prior to the date and time of the written examination?
Do you have a high school diploma, G.E.D., or Home School transcript indicating completion?
If certified; do you have proof of your certification as a Basic Firefighter in good standing with the Texas Commission on Fire Protection? (Please attach copy / proof of certification)
If you answered yes, to the above question, please attach a copy of your certification to this application. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand and attach proof as applicable.
If non-certified you must provide proof of enrollment in TCFP fire academy or if certified in another state must provide proof of out of state certifications and be eligible for reciprocity as a Firefighter with TCFP. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand and attach proof as applicable.
If you answered yes, to the above question, please attach a copy of your certification to this application. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand and attach proof as applicable.
If certified; do you have proof of your certification as a Basic Emergency Medical Technician in good standing with the Texas Department of State Health Services? (Please attach copy / proof of certification)
If you answered yes, to the above question, please attach a copy of your certification to this application. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand and attach proof as applicable.
If non-certified, you must provide proof of enrollment in an EMT program or if you currently hold a National Registry certification, must provide proof of obtaining Texas EMT certification. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand and attach proof as applicable.
If you answered yes, to the above question, please attach a copy of your certification to this application. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand and attach proof as applicable.
Do you have a valid driver's license in this state or be able to obtain one?
Do you have a valid Social Security Card?
Are you a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization; or legally eligible to work in the U.S.?
Are you able to read, write and converse in English fluently?
Please provide your middle name, if you do not have a middle name, please indicate with N / A.
Please provide your full date of birth (MM / DD / YYYY).
Do you have a college degree? If so, please provide type of degree.
If you answered yes to the above question, please attach a copy of your degree. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand and attach proof as applicable.
Do you have a DD-214? If so, please attach a copy, showing your discharge status.
If you answered yes to the above question, please attach a copy of your DD214. Please answer yes to acknowledge you understand and attach proof as applicable.
Have you applied for Firefighter with the City of New Braunfels before? If so, please provide the approximate date.
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Salary : $3,000 - $66,974
