Firefighter/EMT-Basic or Paramedic

City of Helotes

Helotes, TXOn-siteFull time

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Location: Helotes, TX
Work style: On-site
Job type: Full time
Posted: Oct 26; 2 days ago

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City of Helotes

Government administration · 51 to 200 employees

Located about 20 minutes northwest of downtown San Antonio on State Highway 16 (Bandera Rd.) at the edge of the Texas Hill Country. The City of Helotes Fire Department serves a population of approximately 8,800 residents. Currently, the department responds to approximately 350 fire calls and 825 EMS calls annually. The Helotes Fire Department employs 1-Primary Rescue Engine, 1-Reserve/Mutual Aid Engine, 1-Class 3 TIFMAS Engine, 1- TIFMAS Tender, 1- Small Brush Truck, and 2-Frazer MICU capable Ambulances. The Central Fire Station was built in 2010 with a number of amenities for personnel who inhabit the building. HFD is an all-hazards response department that provides Fire, EMS, Rescue, Wildland, Investigative, and Fire Prevention services to the community. A number of training opportunities are available to advance candidate's careers that include Swift Water Rescue, Wildland Firefighting, and a variety of EMS educational opportunities along with state-of-the-art advanced medical field protocols.

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What you need

High school diploma or GED
Certified or immediately certifiable as a Basic Structural Firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection
Certified or Licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services at as a Basic Emergency Medical Technician
Hold a valid Texas Driver's License
Must obtain a Texas Class B license within 1 year
Paramedic (preferred)

Key skills

Basic Structural FirefighterBasic Emergency Medical TechnicianTexas Driver's LicenseTexas Class B licenseParamedic

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Perks

15 Paid Holidays
1 Floating Holiday
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Training Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Section 457 Deferred Compensation plan

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The City of Helotes is seeking a qualified individual for the position of FIREFIGHTER/EMT (Paramedic Preferred). Located about 20 minutes northwest of downtown San Antonio on State Highway 16 (Bandera Rd.) at the edge of the Texas Hill Country. The City of Helotes Fire Department serves a population of approximately 8,800 residents. Currently, the department responds to approximately 350 fire calls and 825 EMS calls annually. The Helotes Fire Department employs 1-Primary Rescue Engine, 1-Reserve/Mutual Aid Engine, 1-Class 3 TIFMAS Engine, 1- TIFMAS Tender, 1- Small Brush Truck, and 2-Frazer MICU capable Ambulances. The Central Fire Station was built in 2010 with a number of amenities for personnel who inhabit the building. HFD is an all-hazards response department that provides Fire, EMS, Rescue, Wildland, Investigative, and Fire Prevention services to the community. A number of training opportunities are available to advance candidate's careers that include Swift Water Rescue, Wildland Firefighting, and a variety of EMS educational opportunities along with state-of-the-art advanced medical field protocols. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for advancement, and supportive leadership at all levels. Come join the best small fire department in Bexar County! REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or GED. Certified or immediately certifiable as a Basic Structural Firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection. Certified or Licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services at as a Basic Emergency Medical Technician. Hold a valid Texas Driver's License. Must obtain a Texas Class B license within 1 year. BENEFITS 48 on / 96 off Duty Shift 15 Paid Holidays with 1 Floating Holiday Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Training Leave for Approved Courses 100% Paid Employee Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program for employee Participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) 7% and 2:1 Match Voluntary participation in ICMA, a Section 457 Deferred Compensation plan, also available City of Helotes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position is Open Until Filled.