Paramedic Recruit

Starting Paramedic Recruit salary is $26.78/hour; $80,242.79 Annual (based on 48/96 scheduled hours) plus benefits

Attend and satisfactorily complete, or if currently enrolled, successfully complete an approved Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) basic fire academy.  Acquire a TCFP Basic Firefighter certification by taking and passing the TCFP certification exam.

1.    If not currently enrolled in a Texas Commission on Fire Protection approved training program, the Paramedic Recruit will attend a TCFP accredited fire academy when such training program is made available by the department.  The local training facility must be approved by the Fire Chief.

2.    If currently enrolled in a Texas Commission on Fire Protection approved training program, the Paramedic Recruit will successfully complete the program.

3.    The Paramedic Recruit will adhere to the rules and regulations of the Grapevine Fire Department, City of Grapevine, and the training facility.

4.    Any time spent between the date of hire and the beginning of the TCFP program or during breaks in the program will be spent on internal policy and procedure training, paramedic orientation, and any other duties as scheduled and assigned by the Grapevine Fire Department.

5.    Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

6.    Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.

7.    Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 

•    Must have the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions

•    Must have the ability to complete tasks as assigned.

•    Ability to work in a team environment, contribute as a team member and treat co-workers and customers with respect.

•    Ability to work any day of the week (weekends and weekdays) and long hours.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

The Paramedic Recruit must pass all written and physical tests in order to satisfactorily complete the course.

The Paramedic Recruit must attend all courses related to the TCFP program.  Any absence from the course must be approved by the Division Chief of Professional Development Training or the Assistant Chief of Operations.  Total absences must not exceed 5% of the required attendance.

The Paramedic recruit must pass the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Firefighter exam.

Minimum age 18. High school diploma or equivalent. Must be certified as an Emergency Medical Technician EMT-Paramedic or Licensed Paramedic issued by the Texas Department of State Health Service at time of hire. An individual who has a National Registry certification for Paramedic is eligible to apply for employment but must apply for Texas certification and must be an EMT-Paramedic or Licensed Paramedic certified by the Texas Department of State Health Services at time of hire. The Texas Department of State Health Services certification shall be maintained during employment. The Paramedic Recruit must successfully pass any department/division required written or oral examinations prior to employment and meet Texas Department of State Health Services and Medical Directors requirements for re-certification during employment.

If hired and currently enrolled in a Texas Commission on Fire Protection certified training program, the Paramedic Recruit must successfully complete the program.  Upon completing the TCFP training program, the Paramedic Recruit will be given two chances within 60 days of the completion of the program to successfully pass the TCFP Basic Firefighter Certification exam.  Upon successful completion of the TCFP Basic Firefighter certification exam, the Paramedic Recruit must obtain Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Firefighter certification and shall maintain this certification during employment. Unsuccessful completion of the TCFP certification exam or failure to obtain Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Firefighter certification will result in termination.

Paramedic Recruits hired and sent to a TCFP training program by the Grapevine Fire Department must successfully complete the program.  Upon completing TCFP training program, the Paramedic Recruit will be given two chances to successfully pass the TCFP Basic Firefighter Certification exam within 60 days of completion date of TCFP training program. Upon successful completion of the TCFP Basic Firefighter certification exam Paramedic Recruit must obtain Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Firefighter certification and shall maintain this certification during employment. Unsuccessful completion of the TCFP certification exam or failure to obtain Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Firefighter certification will result in termination.

Must pass a Fire Department background check, pre-employment credit check, Federal/National criminal background check, physical agility test, and at time of hire must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.

Must pass all required pre-employment testing to include, but not limited to a basic physical, functional assessment screening (Level 2), drug screen, Ishihara vision screening, Titmus vision screening and all other required Fire Department medical screenings.

Must have or obtain within three months (90 days) of successful completion of the TCFP training program a valid Texas Class “B” or higher driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City of Grapevine policy.

Due to Criminal Justice Information Security (CJIS) requirements, the candidate must never have been convicted, put on court-ordered community supervision, or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Deferred Adjudication or Felony Conviction are permanent disqualifiers. Conviction for family violence or deferred adjudication for family violence are permanent disqualifiers.     

Must be in compliance with the department’s drug and tattoo policy. No tattoos are permitted on the head, neck, or hands of any sworn personnel with the exception of a ring tattoo designating marriage.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

While performing the essential functions of this position, there will be routine and frequent exposure to:

•    Bright/dim light

•    Dusts and pollen

•    Extreme heat and/or cold

•    Wet or humid conditions

•    Extreme noise levels 

•    Animals/wildlife

•    Vibration 

•    Fumes and/or noxious odors

•    Traffic

•    Moving machinery

•    Electrical shock

•    Heights

•    Radiation

•    Disease/pathogens

•    Toxic/caustic chemicals

•    Explosives

•    Violence

•    Other extreme hazards not listed above

Safety equipment such as fire boots, firefighting equipment, fire gloves and fire hoods are provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor involving fire suppression and rescue activities which requires strength and agility.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee frequently is required to stand, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to perform very heavy work that involves exerting more than 120 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, loading and unloading, moving, lifting, fabricating and installing very large or very heavy equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.