ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In training to acquire skills necessary to perform firefighting activities including; driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks.

In training to acquire skills necessary to perform emergency aid activities including; rescue, administering emergency medical aid and providing other assistance as required.

Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, rescue emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects.

Operates radio and other communication equipment.

Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs.

Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment.

Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; cleans and washes walls and floors; cares for grounds around station; makes minor repairs; washes, hangs and dries hose; washes, cleans, polishes, maintains and tests apparatus and equipment.

Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Various duties as assigned in order to complete training necessary for advancement to Fire & Rescue Officer/EMT.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must be 18 years of age, but not have reached their 36th birthday by the date of the hire.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to read and write the English language and meet the Civil Service requirements of the City of Killeen.
If hired, must maintain a residence not further than 45 minutes driving time from the City Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (EJT).

Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License by date of hire, must obtain a Class B Texas Driver's License within 15 days of hire or within 15 days of completing Fire and EMT Academy, and must meet City of Killeen requirements to drive a city vehicle.

Certifications are not required, but preference may be given to applicants who have:

• Structural Firefighter Certification from Texas Commission on Fire Protection and Licensed/Certified EMT - Basic, Intermediate, Paramedic from Texas Department of State Health Services, or
• Paramedic from Texas Department of State Health Services without fire certification or
• Structural Firefighter Certification from Texas Commission on Fire Protection

The entry firefighter examination will be held on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. You must score at least 70 on the examination for further consideration for the position.

A mandatory physical fitness test will be given on Saturday and Sunday, April 29th, 2023 for all candidates that pass the written exam.

All applicants must provide the required documents by Monday, April 24, 2023:

• High School Diploma, transcript, or equivalent
• Basic Structural Firefighter Certification, or a letter from the Commission (if applicable)
• Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, Intermediate, Paramedic Certification (if applicable)
• DD-214 part 4, Honorable discharge or under honorable conditions (if applicable)

At City of Killeen, we are committed to your health and well-being. We are proud to provide you and your family with valuable and significant benefits.

We all work together to make City of Killeen a success, and our teamwork extends to your benefits. Your health and well-being are important to us, so we provide benefit options to make your and your family’s lives better. Together, let’s invest in you.

The City of Killeen offers the following Benefits to full time employees:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Benefits
• Medical, Vision Dental
• Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
• TMRS or KIlleen Fireman's Relief and Retirement fund
• 457 Deferred Retirement Account
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Accident/ Critical Illness/ Hospital Indemnity Supplemental Benefits