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Remote Fire Department Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Senior Fire Life Safety Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$103K - $142K/yr

The FLS department is the go-to department within the Kiewit organization for all things fire ... Some consideration may be made for highly skilled and Lead engineers in other remote locations. We ...

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE- CALIFORNIA

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$102K - $140K/yr

Hosts specification review meetings - in person and remote - where they listen carefully, ask the ... Experience selling to Fire departments, EMS agencies, or municipal government procurement. * Fire ...

As part of our integrated technology team in the Applied Technology Department of the Fire and ... Python, and remote sensing software. -Working knowledge of relational database concepts ...

Club Sport Coach-Rec Center

Center, TX · On-site +1

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami ... Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

Job Type Full-time Description This position is fully REMOTE! Applicants must reside in TEXAS What ... We live and die, hire and fire by our core values of excellence, teamwork, innovation, and ...

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How much do remote fire department jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote fire department in Texas is $58,382.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,200.00 and $67,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote fire department?

A Remote Fire Department job typically involves providing emergency response services, fire safety coordination, and support from a remote or off-site location. These roles may include dispatching emergency calls, offering virtual training, monitoring fire detection systems, or coordinating with on-ground teams. They are often found in industries like oil and gas, forestry, or disaster response, where immediate on-site fire departments may not be available.

How does a remote fire department coordinate emergency responses when the team is not physically present at the incident site?

Remote Fire Department personnel employ advanced communication and incident management technologies to monitor, direct, and support on-site fire response teams. They work closely with local first responders and dispatchers, often serving as the central command for resource allocation, tactical decision-making, and real-time updates. This coordination requires frequent virtual meetings, situation assessments, and documentation to ensure that the emergency response is timely and effective. By leveraging their expertise and technology, remote teams play a critical role in enhancing safety and managing complex incidents across multiple locations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote fire department position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Remote Fire Department role, individuals typically need extensive knowledge of fire safety, emergency response procedures, and the ability to manage operations from a distance, often requiring prior firefighting experience or related qualifications. Familiarity with remote communication tools, incident management systems, and relevant certifications like Firefighter I/II or NFPA standards is essential. Strong decision-making, leadership, and clear communication skills are important for coordinating with on-the-ground teams and stakeholders. These abilities help ensure effective emergency response, safety, and smooth coordination despite geographical distances.

What are the most commonly searched types of Fire Department jobs in Texas?

The most popular types of Fire Department jobs in Texas are:

What cities in Texas are hiring for Remote Fire Department jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Remote Fire Department job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Fire Department job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,382 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Senior Fire Protection Engineer (Hybrid)

Michael Baker International

Dallas, TX • On-site, Remote

$97K - $153K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

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Job description

Join Michael Baker International as a Senior Fire Protection Engineer and take the lead in shaping fire protection strategies across Texas. In this highly visible role, you'll serve as a clientfacing technical leader-driving project delivery, strengthening key relationships, and guiding solutions that protect people, assets, and missioncritical operations. You'll have the full support of Michael Baker's nationwide Fire Protection Engineering team while maintaining the autonomy to grow and lead our presence in the region.

You'll engage with fire protection projects from concept through commissioning-developing proposals, leading system designs, conducting site evaluations, and overseeing testing and acceptance. Your work will span a diverse portfolio of systems including fire sprinklers, pumps, highexpansion foam, clean agents, fire alarm, and mass notification. Projects serve a broad range of industries such as the Department of Defense, data centers, industrial and manufacturing facilities, and commercial clients-allowing you to apply your expertise to complex and highly technical environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Business development and client management
  • Be responsible for proposal preparation, project budgets and project work schedules  
  • Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and fire pump design 
  • Analyze life safety requirements for buildings, including building code compliance, occupant load calculations and egress analysis 
  • Perform on-site system evaluations and perform final system testing 
  • Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplines 

Business Development:

  • Grow revenue from existing client base through ensuring high quality work products and regular client interactions.
  • Attend local industry events to create and maintain networking connections.
  • Identify and win new work from new and existing clients.

Client Management:

  • Communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide technical expertise.
  • Present project proposals and updates to clients.
  • Ensure client satisfaction through effective project delivery.

Required Qualifications:

  • Registered Professional Engineer in Fire Protection
  • 8+ years professional experience
  • BS or MS in Fire Protection Engineering or related field 
  • Experience in fire protection system design including: fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, clean agent systems, high expansion foam systems, fire alarm and mass notification systems 
  • Experience in computer generated hydraulic design 
  • Knowledge and experience of building and design codes, specifically IBC, NFPA 101, NFPA 13 and NFPA 72 
  • US Citizen Required

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $97,593 to $153,732. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. 

WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY

This position can be remote or hybrid, for a candidate located in the Texas region of the United States. 
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits

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Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

ARCHITECTURE & BUILDING ENGINEERING PRACTICE
 
Michael Baker International seamlessly integrates all our service offerings - architecture, planning, landscape architecture,  engineering  and management - to solve client challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions. From high-profile, high-image landmarks to low-cost, utilitarian solutions, our professionals know how to balance image and cost appropriately for each unique situation. At Michael Baker International, we believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics - "success" to us is  measured by functionality, value, and exceeding clients' expectations to "Make a Difference."

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