Firefighter/Paramedic

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

The Town of Fairview is looking for a Firefighter/Paramedic who takes pride in the job, has each other’s backs, and wants to make a real difference in the community.

Fairview is a close-knit department in a thriving Metroplex, offering the best of both worlds: meaningful calls, strong community connections, and a place where you’re more than a number. Here, your work matters, your voice is heard, and the people you work beside become your crew, your family, and your support system.

If you’re looking for a department where you can serve with purpose, grow as a professional, and be part of something bigger than yourself, come see what makes Fairview different.

• Intermediate FF- $50/month
• Advanced FF - $100/month
• Master FF - $150/month

• Associate's Degree - $50/month
• Bachelor's Degree - $100/month
• Master's Degree - $150/month

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties that are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responds to emergency alarms and calls for service, and performs fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical duties as required to control emergency incidents; relays orders, instructions, and information on emergency actions, and follows orders under stressful conditions.
• Inspects and maintains Fire Department facilities, vehicles, equipment, apparatus, tools, supplies, and hydrants; inspects, tests, evaluates, and repairs equipment after use; notifies supervisors of equipment problems beyond the scope of authority or skills.
• Inspects and maintains personal protective equipment and assures that all firefighting equipment is in a state of readiness and available for immediate use.
• Operates emergency, fire, rescue, medical, and life-saving tools and equipment; assists and coordinates with law enforcement personnel and other responders as required; ventilates and enters burning structures to extinguish fires and rescue victims; The Firefighter will function as an EMT-Paramedic as required by the Town of Fairview.  Additional Paramedic responsibilities are outlined in the department’s Medical Treatment Protocols. Mitigates hazards, emergency situations, and hazardous materials incidents; performs salvage and clean-up activities at fire and emergency scenes.
• Performs station maintenance; maintains station living quarters in a clean and orderly condition; operates, inspects, and maintains ambulance and other fire equipment; performs minor repairs on apparatus and equipment inside and outside of facilities; recommends replacement supplies as needed to station officer.
• Learns Town geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, building locations, and special hazards of designated facilities, to assure that firefighting activities are accomplished in a fast, effective and safe manner.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of required departmental records.
• Assists with inspection of buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances; may assist with fire investigations when requested by the fire investigator or the incident commander.
• Conducts public education sessions for a wide variety of audiences; participates in fire prevention, pre-fire planning, and safety programs; assists with training of citizens and volunteer staff as assigned.
• Attends training programs to continuously update work skills and knowledge.
• Steps up as Engineer and performs responsibilities of Engineer when absences occur.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Must possess a valid Class B Exempt Driver's License or be able to acquire one within six months of hire.   
• Firefighter certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP)
• Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic EMT-P Certification from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) or National Registry
• All licenses and certifications must remain current and valid at all times.

Required Knowledge of:

• Fire Department guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of modern fire suppression and prevention. 
• Procedures and equipment used in modern firefighting and emergency medical response.
• Operational characteristics of fire suppression apparatus and equipment.
• Methods and techniques of recognizing hazardous materials.
• Town geography, traffic patterns, and the location of all streets, landmarks and buildings, and surrounding areas.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations governing fire safety. 

Required Skill in:

• Providing firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services under emergency conditions. 
• Observing and following safe firefighting and rescue practices.
• Following orders under stressful conditions.
• Recognizing the construction, contents and occupancy of buildings in order to apply appropriate standard firefighting techniques.
• Assessing emergency medical needs, stabilizing patients, and providing emergency medical care.
• Operating and maintaining fire suppression apparatus, tools and equipment.
• Maintaining physical condition required for the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers. 
• Performing maintenance and repair of firefighting vehicles, facilities and equipment.
• Operating and maintaining computer and communications equipment.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors and indoors at emergency incident sites, and in fire station facilities; requires strenuous physical efforts, and the ability to lift and move items weighing up to one hundred (100) pounds; may be exposed to environmental allergens, gases, fumes, hazardous chemicals, communicable diseases, and potential physical harm. Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift.
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards.