Temporary Part-Time Internal Rehire Employees Only - Alternate Application
State of South Carolina
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Posted: September 9, 2024 (493 days ago)
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REHIRE Former HFD Classified Members - FIRE FIGHTER
City of Houston
Houston Fire Department
Location
Houston, Texas, 77002
Salary
$2,193.35 - $3,085.14
per week
Type
Closes
Not specified
Job Description
Summary
This job offers former Houston Fire Department firefighters who were certified as firefighters and EMTs a chance to rejoin the team after a 5-week re-acclimation training program focused on fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services.
It involves participating in drills, lectures, and practical sessions to get back up to speed.
Ideal candidates are ex-HFD members with active certifications who want to return to frontline emergency response in Houston.
Key Requirements
- Former HFD Classified Member who achieved the rank of Firefighter
- Active/Current Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Firefighter Certification
- Active/Current Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) EMT Certification (minimum Basic level)
- Successful completion of all hiring phases: fingerprints, motor vehicle report, physical ability test, interview, background check, immunizations, drug screen, and medical examination
- No felony or Class A misdemeanor convictions or community supervision
- Provide immunization/shot records prior to job offer
Full Job Description
CITY OF HOUSTON ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE REHIRE OF
HOUSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT CERTIFIED FIRE FIGHTER / EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
FOR THE POSITION OF
FIRE FIGHTER
Exciting things are happening at the Houston Fire Department (HFD) and this is a phenomenal opportunity for former HFD Classified members to rejoin the team.
Eligible to Apply:
- Former HFD Classified Members - Certified Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians
Requirements
1. Must have obtained the rank of Firefighter as a HFD Classified member2. An Active/Current Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Certification AND
3. An Active/Current Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Certification
DUTIES:
Re-acclimation training (5 Weeks) - participates in lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions.Receives and participates in various types of training in fire suppression and emergency medical services.Participates in drills, demonstrations and instruction in hydraulics, pump operation, maintenance, fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services.APPLICATION PROCESS:ONLY “on-line” applications will be accepted.
To apply, go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston Qualifications None Additional Information Immunizations/shot records will be required prior to job offer.
Texas Commission of Fire Protection State Fire Fighters Certification and Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Emergency Medical Technician Certification(s), minimum EMT Basic, will be subject to verification by the Human Resources Department.
Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technicians Certification as a Paramedic will be subject to verification by the Human Resources Department.
Applicants must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process (fingerprints, motor vehicle report, physical ability test, interview, background, immunizations, drug screen, medical examination).HFD reserves the right to discontinue consideration in the hiring process based on an applicant’s conduct or verification of certain disqualifying factors.
Must not have ever been convicted of or received community supervision for a Felony or a Class A Misdemeanor.Date of announcement: September 9, 2024AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F
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