Entry Level Firefighter - Fire

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Kingsville, Texas 78363 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 07, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Fire and EMS
  • Summary

    Firefighter

    Essential Job Functions Firefighter Responsibilities: A member of the Fire Department is under direct supervision and responds to fire alarms and requests for emergency assistance; connects; lays and enters building with hose lines; assists in directing streams of water on fires; raises and lowers ladders; makes forcible entry into buildings; participates in fire prevention inspections; inspects structures and informs the public on fire hazards; maintains station; apparatus and other equipment; performs other work as assigned. Entry Level Minimum Requirements

    Fire Department: Entry-Level Minimum Requirements

    1. Age - 18 years of age but not 45 years of age or older 2. Education - High School diploma or GED certificate 3. Valid Driver's License 4. Certifications (if applicable) Meet the enrollment requirements for the education facility where applicants will be sent for certification as a Firefighter and EMT.

    Alternate Hire Process Applicants must have all of the following to be eligible under this process and will not be required to take an entry level exam: A. Basic Structural Firefighter certification through Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) or equivalent issued through another entity which qualifies for TCFP reciprocity. B. Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic certification through Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or National Registry. C. Two (2) years of experience as a certified/licensed paramedic. D. Applicant must be over 21. E. Valid driver's license.

    Agility Course

    Includes:

    While wearing an SCBA backpack -- total course length 100 yards:

    Rolled Hose Overhead Hoist

    Ladder Carry

    Connect Nozzle to Fire Hose

    Connect Fire Hose

    Hose Roll Carry

    Dummy Drag

    Additional Information Disclaimer Advertisement Retirement - TMRS City Matching 2;1 and TMRS Prior Service Credit Life Insurance = 1 year salary to maximum of 50K Deferred Compensation - Nationwide and Mission Square (pre- and post-tax options available) Voluntary Insurance with AFLAC, Ameritas and Dearborn National

  • Job Description

    Firefighter

    Essential Job Functions Firefighter Responsibilities: A member of the Fire Department is under direct supervision and responds to fire alarms and requests for emergency assistance; connects; lays and enters building with hose lines; assists in directing streams of water on fires; raises and lowers ladders; makes forcible entry into buildings; participates in fire prevention inspections; inspects structures and informs the public on fire hazards; maintains station; apparatus and other equipment; performs other work as assigned. Entry Level Minimum Requirements

    Fire Department: Entry-Level Minimum Requirements

    1. Age - 18 years of age but not 45 years of age or older 2. Education - High School diploma or GED certificate 3. Valid Driver's License 4. Certifications (if applicable) Meet the enrollment requirements for the education facility where applicants will be sent for certification as a Firefighter and EMT.

    Alternate Hire Process Applicants must have all of the following to be eligible under this process and will not be required to take an entry level exam: A. Basic Structural Firefighter certification through Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) or equivalent issued through another entity which qualifies for TCFP reciprocity. B. Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic certification through Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or National Registry. C. Two (2) years of experience as a certified/licensed paramedic. D. Applicant must be over 21. E. Valid driver's license.

    Agility Course

    Includes:

    While wearing an SCBA backpack -- total course length 100 yards:

    Rolled Hose Overhead Hoist

    Ladder Carry

    Connect Nozzle to Fire Hose

    Connect Fire Hose

    Hose Roll Carry

    Dummy Drag

    Additional Information Disclaimer Advertisement Retirement - TMRS City Matching 2;1 and TMRS Prior Service Credit Life Insurance = 1 year salary to maximum of 50K Deferred Compensation - Nationwide and Mission Square (pre- and post-tax options available) Voluntary Insurance with AFLAC, Ameritas and Dearborn National

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