Employment Opportunities
The Full-Time Firefighter/EMT-B will be assigned to work twenty-four (24) hour shifts, working a pre-set schedule. The Full-time Firefighter/EMT-B/EMT-P will be responsible for responses to Fire and Emergency Medical Incidents, public education programs, pre-fire plan surveys, fire station maintenance, and fire apparatus maintenance.
We are a growing community and with growth in comes Advancement Opportunities. All Hazard and Wildland Deployment Opportunites wiht Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System.
Qualifications and Requirements
1. Shall possess a current basic or higher certification as a firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (“TCFP”).
2. Hold minimum current certification as an EMT-Basic by the Texas Department of Health and Services.
3. Must have or obtain a valid State of Texas Class A or B driver’s license within 6 months.
4. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, must be able to read, write and fluently speak English. Bilingual a plus.
5. Must have NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications.
6. Courage to be safe course certificate.
7. Pass an entrance medical examination provided by the district.
8. Complete a pre-employment drug screening.
9. Complete a criminal history background check.
10. Pass District Physical Ability Test (“PAT”).
11. High School Diploma or GED (associate degree preferred).
12. Must be 18 years of age or older.
13. Must be a US Citizen by birth or naturalization or permanent resident.
14. Requires working 24-hour shift with a rotating schedule. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays year-round.
15. Military Discharge Papers DD-214 (If Applicable)
16. 130/190 Wildland training preferred.
Let’s Talk about what we have to offer!
- Entry Level Annual Salary $50,000 – $60,000 based on years of experience and certifications.
- Longevity Pay
- Incentive Pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision provided – 100% for employee, plus contribute a percentage for family.
- Employer paid basic Life Insurance & AD&D. Additional life and AD&D available.
- Spouse and Dependents life insurance available.
- Paid time off – accrued yearly with a buy back program.
- Educational hours (48) per year to attend a training class.
- TCDRS Retirement at 20 years – Employee contributes 7% and employer matching at 200%.
- Protective Clothing supplied by District.
- Uniforms supplied by District.
- Additional investment 457B employee contributed deferred compensation retirement plan.
Join the Team!
If you meet all of the requirements and would like to apply for a position with the Walker County ESD2, download our application from the link below, fill it out and email the application to info@wcesd2.com. We will request the original application at the time of Interview.