Structural Firefighter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Are you passionate about helping your community in times of need?

Do you seek a career which is both challenging and rewarding, where you are mentored to succeed?

If you answered “Yes” to these questions, then you could be just what the City of Azle is looking for!

The City of Azle continues to grow, and we are seeking Full Time Firefighter/Paramedics who aspire to grow with us.

Health/Dental/Disability/Term Life benefits are paid at 100%, and you will be participating in the Texas Municipal Retirement System pension plan to grow your retirement nest egg at 7%, with the City of Azle matching your contributions 2:1.

Additionally, vacation and personal leave are available after six months of continuous service.

Incentive pay for relevant certifications and licenses; employee recognition and appreciation events; training opportunities; and a great team of co-workers make The City of Azle an ideal place to establish or expand your career.

Come be a part of this integral team in the growing and thriving community of Azle, Texas.

SALARY RANGE: $74,010 - $102,103 (DOQ) Plus Guaranteed 164 FLSA OT & 144 Hours of Holiday Pay Annually (Potential First Year Earnings $84,483)

Application process closes at 5:00pm CST on Friday, July 10, 2026

Physical Ability Test - Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 8AM at the Azle Fire Station

Applicants must have HS Diploma or GED, and must be currently certified as Basic Structural Firefighter through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection; and must be certified as a Paramedic through the Texas Department of State Health Services at time of appointment.

Candidates who expect to have obtained both certifications by the time of appointment are welcome to apply.

Before Proceeding with Completion of the On-Line Application Please Note the Following Questions:

Do you currently hold valid certification as at least Basic Structural Firefighter

AND certification from DSHS or the National Registry as a Paramedic?

Will you have obtained the required certifications within 30 calendar days?

If you answered "yes" to either of the questions, please continue with the online application.

If you answered "no" to either of the questions, please check back for future opportunities with the City of Azle Fire Department.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:

PLEASE PROVIDE AS MUCH DETAIL AS POSSIBLE FOR EACH RESPONSE REQUESTED, ESPECIALLY FOR THOSE QUESTIONS MARKED WITH A " * ".

REMEMBER TO UPLOAD/ATTACH RELEVANT CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES.

**MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH TEXAS DSHS AND TEXAS FIRE COMMISSION**

Work is performed under the supervision of the Fire Lieutenant. The firefighter paramedic performs work of considerable difficulty in the emergency operations relating to fire suppression, emergency medical advance life support, rescue, and hazardous materials operations. Assists the Fire Lieutenant in the development of personnel and non-personnel budgetary needs. Performs all other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1

VH

Performs fire suppressions, EMS duties, and drives a fire apparatus (fire engine, ladder truck or special unit) to and from fires, drills, EMS incidents, and routine assignments.

2

VH

Responds to emergency medical calls by evaluating situations, vehicle extrication, rescuing victims, providing emergency and non-emergency medical procedures.

3

M

Educates the public, assist in inspecting buildings, and assist in investigating fires, inspecting smoke detectors, conducting fire drills, attending public gatherings to ensure observance of fire safety requirements, conducting station tours, and making school presentations.

4

VH

Promotes positive public relations, and assures safety and security of the public through regular monitoring and reporting.

5

M

Completes other duties by participating in training, maintaining vehicles, updating maps, repairing equipment, cleaning the station and grounds, making presentations, ordering supplies, inputting and tracking fire incidents, and preparing reports.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Knowledge

Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, and technical or correspondence schools are likely sources.

Experience

None

Certifications and Other Requirements

Valid Texas Class B Driver’s License, Texas Commission on Fire Protection Structure Fire basic structural firefighter certification at the time of appointment, Texas State Certified Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic, and any license, training, or certification required by law or regulation to complete assigned tasks, experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Reading

Work requires the ability to read and interpret policies, procedures, regulations, budgetary guidelines, read general correspondence, manuals, maps, and information with medical terminology and abbreviations

Math/Accounting

Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fire ground calculations, and pharmacology calculations.

Writing

Work requires the ability to accurately develop and convey required reports and documentation.

Budget Responsibility

The employee(s) prepares documents and does research to justify language used in documents for a unit of a department and may recommend budget allocations.

Complexity

Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action.

Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills

Contacts others within the organization. These contacts may involve similar work units or departments within the City, which may be involved in decision-making or providing approval or decision-making authority for purchases or projects. In addition, these incumbents work with individuals outside the City who may belong to professional or peer organizations. Working with various state and federal agencies may also be required of the employee. Vendors and suppliers may also be called upon for information on purchases, supplies or products.

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Heavy :

Very Heavy : X

S = Sedentary Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time

L = Light Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

M = Medium Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

H = Heavy Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

VH = Very Heavy Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

This is a description of the way this job is currently performed; it does not address the potential for accommodation.

C - Continuously

2/3 or more of the time.

F - Frequently

From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

O - Occasionally

Up to 1/3 of the time.

R - Rarely

Less than 1 hour per week.

N - Never

Never occurs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

FREQUENCY CODE

DESCRIPTION

Standing

C

During drills, inspections, community events, 911 calls

Sitting

F

Computer, desk work, dinner, lunch, driving

Walking

C

Inter-station, off site, inspections, events

Lifting

F

People, equipment, fire debris

Carrying

F

People, equipment, fire debris

Pushing/Pulling

F

Gurneys, people, cars, equipment

Reaching

F

Tools, people, equipment and gear, fire hose

Handling

C

Equipment, computers, supplies, patients

Fine Dexterity

C

Driving, operating fire department apparatus and equipment, computer keyboard, MCTs, performing BLS/ALS skills, equipment maintenance

Kneeling

F

Evaluating patients, inspections

Crouching

F

Gaining access to victims, in fires under smoke/heat

Crawling

F

Emergency calls, rescues, picking up equipment

Bending

C

Emergency calls, rescues, picking up equipment

Twisting

C

Emergency calls, rescues, picking up equipment

Climbing

O

Emergency calls, rescues, picking up equipment

Balancing

O

Emergency calls, rescues, picking up equipment

Vision

C

Emergency calls, rescues, picking up equipment

Hearing

C

Dispatching information, listening for victims, telephone, radio, co-workers, staff, supervisor, general public, training

Talking

C

Emergency calls, rescues, picking up equipment

Foot Controls

O

Driving Emergency vehicles

Other(specify)

O

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS:

Adapters/appliances, air bags, air chisel equipment, auto lockout kit, electrical equipment, flares, gas meters, hay hooks, hoses, hydraulic rescuing tool, irons (bolt cutters, prying tools, sledge hammer) ladders, loss control equipment, pressure fans, pistol grip ball valve shut-off, piercing nozzle, plug & dike, pike poles, power winch, saws, self contained breathing apparatus, safety harness, shovels, small hand tools, snake tongs, stortz, utility rope, combination spanner & hydrant wrench with bracket set, I.V. catheter, I.V. tubes, needles, bandages, alcohol pads, razors, syringes, tape, glucose tests and strips, lancets, blankets, suction catheters, thermometers, collars, splints, forceps, ambu-bag, laryngoscope, stretcher, telephone, administration of medications, computer, standard Microsoft Windows and Office software, City of Azle Fire Department Record Management Systems (RMS), Mobile Computing Terminal, and Internet.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

D = Daily

W = Several Times Per Week

M = Several Times Per Month

O/S=Occasionally, Sometimes

R/N = Rarely/Never

HEALTH AND SAFETY

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Mechanical Hazards D

Dirt and Dust D

Chemical Hazards D

Extreme Temperatures D

Electrical Hazards D

Noise and Vibration D

Fire Hazards D

Fumes and Odors D

Explosives D

Wetness/Humidity D

Communicable Diseases D

Darkness/ Poor Lighting D

Physical Danger or Abuse D

Other _

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

Office Environment X

Warehouse

Shop

Vehicle X

Outdoors X

Other

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Time Pressures

F

Emergency Situations

F

Frequent Change of Tasks

F

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

F

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

F

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

C

Tedious or Exacting Work

F

Noisy/Distracting Environment

F

Other

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

Turnout coats and pants, helmet, Nomex hood, fire and leather gloves, self contained breathing apparatus, rubber gloves, eye protection, Tyvek suits and sleeves, rescue helmet, Nomex shirt and pants, shoes, web gear, and HEPA masks.

EXPECTED BEHAVIOR

The employee is expected to embrace, support, and promote the City’s values, beliefs, and culture, which include but are not limited to the following:

• High ethical standards
• Active participation in teamwork
• Strong safety principles and safety awareness
• Active participation in citywide activities

These traits are not basic job requirements but are expected behavior. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.

The City of Azle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.