What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter (Must have completed Fire Academy and EMT-B course before date of hire) position at City of Beaumont, Texas?
Duties and Responsibilities
The TEST DATE is scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025 at 8:30 am at the Downtown Event Centre, 700 Crockett Street, Beaumont, TX 77701 (MUST PRESENT A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AT THE TEST LOCATION). The test will be cognitive skills only (No fire or EMS knowledge assumed).
Upon the City of Beaumont's receipt of your application, further information regarding the testing process will be sent to you via the email address you provided on your application. If your email address has changed, it is your responsibility to update your applicant profile with the appropriate changes.
If applicants have any other questions, call Rachel Edwards at (409) 880-3114/(409) 554-5154 or email at rachel.edwards@beaumonttexas.gov or Abreya Banks at (409) 880-3727 or email at abreya.banks@beaumonttexas.gov.
If certified in another state, contact the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) at 512-936-3838 prior to the test for reciprocity.
Essential Job Functions: Work is performed under the direct supervision in accordance with explicit instructions and well-defined procedures; however, satisfactory performance of the work requires initiative and a thorough understanding of firefighting, fire prevention, and rescue methods and techniques; work is reviewed by superiors through observation and results obtained. Responds to alarm of fire or other emergencies with a pumper or ladder company; lays and connects hoses; holds nozzles and directs fog or water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment; occasionally drives Fire/EMS equipment; ventilates burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or by chopping holes in roofs and floors; removes persons from danger; performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris; responds to a variety of calls of an emergency nature requiring the performance of light and heavy duty rescue activities, operating various equipment used in rescue operations; participates in fire drills and attends regular classes in Firefighting/EMS skills and related activities, provides pre-hospital medical care, fire prevention, equipment maintenance, and related subjects; studies assigned materials; inspects assigned district to assure thorough knowledge of all streets, alleys and buildings; participates in fire prevention inspection of residential and business buildings and contents; inspects and makes minor repairs to fire hydrants; performs general maintenance and cleaning work in the upkeep of departmental apparatus, equipment, furnishings, and structures; cleans and washes walls and floors; washes, and dries hose; washes, cleans and polishes apparatus. Acts as Fire/Driver Operator in the absence of the regularly assigned Fire/Driver Operator.
Other Job Functions: Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Working Conditions
Minimum Essential Qualifications
Skills/Abilities: Ability to learn a variety of firefighting duties, methods, and techniques; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions quickly; ability to respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressures; ability to climb ladders and work at considerable heights, and to lean the use of tools and equipment used in fighting fires; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public; ability to perform limited mechanical work involved in maintaining firefighting and rescue apparatus, equipment, and tools; ability to meet such specific physical requirements as may be established by competent authority.
Physical Requirements: Constantly sees and hears; frequently walks, climbs, stands, stoops, crawls, pulls, pushes, kneels, twists body, sits, squats; infrequently carries 50-150 lbs., lifts 40-60 lbs., holds 80-100 lbs., drags 100-180 lbs. Must pass a strength and agility test and physical examination.
Education/Experience: Must be able to obtain and maintain EMS Level Clinical Authorization to practice from the EMS Medical Director. Certified by State of Texas as a Firefighter. Certified by Texas Department of Health as an EMT Basic.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Structure Firefighter – Intermediate or above, Driver/Operator, Fire Service Instructor, Fire Inspector, Fire (Cause & Origin) Investigator, Arson Investigator, Hazardous Materials Technician, Fire Officer I, Fire Officer II, Marine Firefighter, Aircraft Rescue Firefighter.
- Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate or above
- 30 semester hours, 60 semester hours, Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree; military Service with Honorable Discharge.
- City of Beaumont resident
Other
The TEST DATE is scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025 at 8:30 am at the Downtown Event Centre, 700 Crockett St, Beaumont, TX 77701 (MUST PRESENT A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AT THE TEST LOCATION). The test will be cognitive skills only (No fire or EMS knowledge assumed).
Applicant Screening Packet: Click the link below to complete the Applicant Screening Packet.https://www.beaumonttexas.gov/FormCenter/Human-Resources-Encrypted-29/Applicant-Screen-Packet-Beaumont-fireRes-106. It will be used as a basis for a background check that will determine your eligibility for employment as a Fire Cadet/Firefighter with the City of Beaumont. It is important that you read the instructions carefully before completing the packet. THE PACKET MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THE TEST DATE!
Upon the City of Beaumont's receipt of your application, further information regarding the testing process will be sent to you via the email address you provided on your application. If your email address has changed, it is your responsibility to update your applicant profile with the appropriate changes.
If applicants have any other questions, call Rachel Edwards at (409) 880-3114 or email at rachel.edwards@beaumonttexas.gov or Abreya Banks at (409) 880-3727 or email at abreya.banks@beaumonttexas.gov.
If certified in another state, contact TCFP (512) 936-3838 prior to test for reciprocity.
Physical Ability Test Description:
Must pass a strength and agility test and physical examination (see below for requirements). Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver's license. Many may be subject to bodily injury in the line of duty.
- Perform 1 Minute Sit-Up Test [Minimum 26 sit-ups]
- Recover 5 minutes
- Perform 300 Meter Run [Time Limit 81 seconds]
- Recover 5 minutes
- Perform 1 Minute Push-Up Test [Minimum 20 push-ups]
- Recover 5 Minutes
- Perform 1.5 Mile Run Test [Time Limit 16:39]
- Aerial Ladder Climb [100' at a 75-degree angle]
Applicant Screening Packet: The Applicant Screening Packet will be used as a basis for a background check that will determine your eligibility for employment as a firefighter with the City of Beaumont. It is important that you read the instructions carefully before completing the book. THE PACKET MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THE TEST DATE!
This position requires 100% on-site work. Must pass entry-level written exam, physical ability exam, polygraph, psychological exam, and medical physical exam, including drug, vision, and hearing tests. Must possess a valid Class C driver’s license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver’s License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires that, within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. Applicants selected for hire shall be subject to a criminal history background check and a drug/alcohol screen test.
The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.
Fire benefits with Fire pension options.
Salary : $73,116
