Salary is reflective of a certified Firefighter / Paramedic applicant: $70,154
TMRS Retirement
7% contribution
2:1 city matching contribution
20 year TMRS retirement eligibility
5-year vesting period
Competitive Benefits
120 hours holiday
168 hours vacation
Medical, vision, and dental
Community Profile
3 fire stations
Over 5,000 calls for service in 2020
Population of 45,000+
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum qualifications required to test for the position of Firefighter:
A valid Texas Driver's License is required.
Basic Firefighter with Paramedic certification or be enrolled in a Paramedic course. Candidate must be within 3 months of being eligible to test for Paramedic certification with the State of Texas or National Registry.
Selected candidate must have Paramedic certification within 6 months of hire.
Minimum age of applicant is 19 years old.
Must have a High School diploma or GED.
Must be certified as a Firefighter by the Texas Commission of Fire Protection.
An extensive background check will be conducted.
If you have questions call the Haltom City Human Resources Department at 817-222-7737 or 817-222-7742.
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Basic Firefighter with Paramedic certification or be enrolled in a Paramedic course. Candidate must be within 3 months of eligibility to test for Paramedic certification with the State of Texas or National Registry. Selected candidates must have Paramedic certification within 6 months of hire.
The City of Haltom City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression/reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
