Waller-Harris County Emergency Services District No. 200 Location: Waller, Texas

Job Title: Firefighter Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Supervises: N/A Reporting: Lieutenant

Salary: Annual includes estimated FLSA overtime on a 48/96 schedule

Steps	Hourly	Annual
1 (1-2yrs.)	$22.84	$68,565.68
2 (2-4yrs.)	$24.46	$73,428.92
3 (4-6yrs.)	$24.94	$74,869.88
4 6-8yrs.)	$25.43	$76,340.86
5 (8-10yrs.)	$25.94	$77,871.88

Lateral pay adjustments may be authorized at the Chief’s discretion

Waller-Harris Emergency Services District No. 200 (“District”) is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Full-Time Firefighter.

Responsibilities:

The Full-Time Firefighter will be assigned to work a forty-eight (48) hour shift, working a 48/96 schedule. The Full-Time Firefighter will be responsible for responses to fire and emergency medical incidents, participate in public education activities, participate in various planning meetings, and perform general maintenance and upkeep of fire apparatus, equipment, and fire station.

Duties:

• Perform all duties related to fire rescue, including connecting and carrying fire hoses, carrying, and setting up ladders, directing water and chemicals on burning structures, vegetation, vehicle, and other objects.
• Hazardous material response.
• Disaster assistance.
• Rescue persons trapped in vehicles, burning buildings, and other places.
• Observe and follow safety rules and regulations including wearing safety apparel and devices during the course and scope of job-related duties.
• Inspect equipment and supplies daily to ensure that all emergencies can be handled; restock supplies.
• Prepares various activity reports and other documentation.
• Attend and complete all training as required.
• Maintain required certifications.
• Clean apparatus and equipment.
• Administers first aid and emergency medical care to injured/ill persons consistent with the level authorized by EMS certification, established medical protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Report for duty on time and able to perform tasks.
• Report to work free from the effects of illegal drugs or alcohol, and report to work free from impairment due to prescription drugs.
• Ability to lift and carry 120 lbs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Health insurance - Employee and family portion paid 100% by the ESD
• Dental /Vision insurance – Employee and Dependents paid 100% by the ESD
• 144 hours Sick leave
• 144 hours Vacation
• 14 Holidays
• STD and LTD paid 100% by the ESD
• $100,000 Life & AD&D insurance paid 100% by the ESD
• Clothing/Uniform provided
• TCDRS – 2:1 match at 7%
• 457B Plan, employee responsibility
• Optional additional life insurance