Firefighter/Paramedic

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Firefighter/Paramedic JobID:

1123

Position Type:

Public Safety/ Firefighter Date Posted:

5/15/2026

Location:

City of Seguin Job Description:

FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC PAY GROUP

F4 City of Seguin Pay Schedule

SUMMARY OF POSITION

: Protects residents and property from fire and provides emergency medical services at the scene of an accident or illness. Duties include respon­ding to fire alarms, accident scenes, and other emergency calls; assisting in fire suppression; and participating in station, equipment, and grounds maintenance.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

: Essential Duties

• Responds to alarms and assists in the suppression of fires, including rescue, entry, ventilating, and salvage work; Drives fire truck, ambulance or other emergency vehicle to emergency scenes; responsible for safe operation of such at all times; Connects supply lines, operates water pump and other fire suppression apparatus, and maintains vehicle in a state of readiness at fire scene; May establish incident command and supervision of scene and may direct other Fire/EMS personnel, volunteer firefighters, and the general public during these activities until relieved by a supervisor; Performs clean-up and overhaul work after a fire is extinguished; Performs maintenance, minor repair, and clean-up of fire and emergency medical equipment, fire vehicles, firefighting apparatus, station, and grounds; Performs emergency medical services in accordance with level of skills and certification (see attachment); Completes documentation as required; writes a comprehensive report documenting the situation at the scene, assessment results, orders received, treatment rendered, and other information deemed pertinent; Takes histories and assess patients in the field; Accompanies the patient to the emergency department and monitors and treats the patient during transport; upon arrival, reports orally to the physician or nurse, ensuring proper transfer of patient and applicable information prior to leaving care facility; Cleans and restocks the equipment/supplies in the vehicle after each run; Participates in fire inspection and prevention activities; Inspects and maintains fire hydrants; Participates in continuing training and instruction by department; Completes various reports, as required; Participates in the department's wellness program; Other Important Duties• May participate in fire cause determination and arson investigation; May assist other city departments; May use computer to update various logs and lists; Observes all safety rules and procedures; and Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

: Exten­sive knowledge of: city geography.

Knowledge of:

county geography; elementary physics, chemistry and mechanics, technical fire­fighting principles and techniques; principles of hydraulics as applied to fire suppres­sion; and federal, state, and local rules and procedures affecting Fire/EMS operations.

Skill in:

opera­ting emergency vehicle in a safe manner.

Physical Ability to:

swim; lift and maneuver up to 165 lbs. (i.e. hose, bunker gear, air pack, ladders, etc.); climb ladders; perform CPR; wear and utilize personal protective equipment; and perform strenuous work in adverse conditions (i.e. varying weather conditions, smoked filled environment, etc.).

Demonstrated Mental Ability to:

tolerate working at heights and confined places for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to:

operate all vehicles and equipment in the department; read maps; keep accurate records, establish and maintain cooperative relation­­ships with fellow emplo­yees and the public, deal effectively with indivi­duals under stress; and maintain appropriate necessary certifications, Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and good driving record; and must be able to lawfully report for emergency duty from residence within one hour.

Other:

May be exposed to and handle toxic and/or hazardous materials or work in areas where such materials are stored.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

: High school graduation, or its equivalent (some college work in fire sciences desirable).

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

: Basic Firefighter certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection and a Class "B" Texas driver's license within six months of initial employment

HIRING INCENTIVE OF

$2000 OFFERED

FOR CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTERS WHO HOLD A PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION.

• Position Will Remain Open Until Filled
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