Job Type
Full-time
Description
Description
Harris County ESD#50 (Channelview Fire Department) will be accepting applications for the position of Entry-Level Firefighter. Individuals interested in testing must submit a completed application with a valid e-mail address and supporting documentation to apply. Please attach DL, TCFP, & EMT certs.
You must be currently certified to qualify for this position. The selection process will consist of an agility test, an interview, and a SCBA confidence drill.
Harris County ESD #50 (Channelview Fire Department) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, age, or nationality.
Responsibilities
Harris County Emergency Service District #50 (Channelview Fire Department) provides fire and emergency medical services to over 38,000 residents in an unincorporated area of eastern Harris County, Texas. Harris County Emergency Service District #50 (Channelview Fire Department) encompasses approximately 19 square miles that produces over 4,662 responses for emergency service per year.
Requirements
Qualifications
To obtain employment an applicant must meet the following criteria at the time the application is submitted:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- 21 Years of age
- TCFP Basic Firefighter certification
- TDH EMT-Basic or higher certification
Job Benefits
- Shift: 48/144 (2 days on 6 days off) - four shift rotation (A, B, C, D)
- Probationary Firefighter/EMT salary of $53,005.68 ($24.27 hourly)
- Salary after Year 1-$58,007.04- ($26.56 hourly)
- No Social Security Withheld
- Paid Time-Off (PTO) Max accrual 500hrs
- Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS) 2:1 matching
- Medical, life, dental, and vision insurance programs available (current Cigna) for employee and family
- Next Level Urgent Care/Family Practice available to employee and family at no charge
- Uniform Stipend $450 annually
- Monthly Certification Incentive Pay
- Paid Gym Membership and Health Incentives
- Monthly Certification Incentive Pay - up to $100/month
Contacts
For questions contact Assistant Chief Stephen Roane at SRoane@channelviewfire.com
Salary Description
$53,005-$58,007/year -Starting