Firefighter/EMT Job at City of Helotes, Helotes, TX 78023

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Job Description

The City of Helotes is seeking a qualified individual for the position of FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC. Located about 20 minutes northwest of downtown San Antonio on State Highway 16 (Bandera Rd.) at the edge of the Texas Hill Country. The City of Helotes Fire Department serves a population of approximately 12,000 residents. Currently, the department responds to approximately 350 fire calls and 850 EMS calls annually. The Helotes Fire Department employs 1-Primary Rescue Engine, 1-Reserve/Mutual Aid Engine, 1-Class 3 TIFMAS Engine, 1- TIFMAS Tender, 1- Small Brush Truck, and 2-Frazer MICU capable Ambulances. The Central Fire Station was built in 2010 with a number of amenities for personnel who inhabit the building. HFD is an all-hazards response department that provides Fire, EMS, Rescue, Wildland, Investigative, and Fire Prevention services to the community. A number of training opportunities are available to advance candidate's careers that include Swift Water Rescue, High-Angle Rescue, Wildland Firefighting, and a variety of EMS educational opportunities along with state-of-the-art advanced medical field protocols. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for advancement, and supportive leadership at all levels. Come join the best small fire department in Bexar County!

REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Certified as a Basic Structural Firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
  • Certified or Licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services at the EMT-BASIC level.
  • Hold a valid Texas Driver's License.
  • Must obtain a Texas Class B license within 1 year.

STARTING SALARY and BENEFITS

  • $50,000 to 54,500 DOQ per year, plus unscheduled overtime.
  • Department support for attending and completing EMT-Paramedic training.
  • 48 on / 96 off Duty Shift
  • 15 Paid Holidays with 1 Floating Holiday
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Training Leave for Approved Courses
  • 100% Paid Employee Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program for employees
  • Participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) 7% and 2:1 Match
  • Voluntary participation in ICMA, a Section 457 Deferred Compensation plan, also available

City of Helotes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position is Open Until Filled.

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