Cadet Firefighter

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 7, The Spring Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter / EMT. This announcement is for multiple open positions. Spring Fire Department is a combination fire department and first responder to over 150,000 residents and covers a rapidly growing 62 square miles of North Harris County. This position will be required to respond to fire and EMS emergencies, including swift water emergencies (ability to swim required). Firefighter will also perform station maintenance, apparatus readiness, and other duties assigned. Must pass a physical agility test, interview panel, Chief's interview, background investigation, physical, and drug screen.

COMPENSATION:
Starting pay $63,648.56 annually.
After 12 months, able to move to Firefighter 1 @ $66,222 annually.
After 18 months as Firefighter 1, able to move to Firefighter 2 @ $69,522 annually.
After 18 months as Firefighter 2, able to move to Firefighter 3 @ $72,308 annually.
After 30 months of service, additional promotional opportunities are available.

This position is 207K exempt for purposes of Federal Wage-Hour Laws, which means that the employee
will be eligible for overtime pay for hours actually worked in excess of 212 hours in a 28-day work period.

Benefits: 

• Fully-paid premiums for employee Health, Dental & Vision insurance.
• Partial payment of premiums for family Health, Dental & Vision insurance.
• Paid sick and personal time off.
• TCDRS Retirement with 2.5:1 match at retirement.
• Longevity Pay

Schedule: 3 shift rotation. 48 hours on duty, 96 hours off duty.

Components: 

All dates are firm. No make-up. Qualified candidates will be notified of PAT details via email. 

• Physical Ability Test Practice - Optional - Saturday 06/27, Saturday 07/11. 10 am to 2 pm.
  • Station 78 1225 Booker Rd. Spring, Tx 77373
• Physical Ability Test Friday 07/17, or Saturday 07/18
  • Physical Ability Test can be viewed by clicking on the following link: Physical Ability Test
  • Station 78 1225 Booker Rd. Spring, Tx 77373
• Oral Interview Monday 07/20 & Tuesday 07/21 
  • Administration Building 656 E. Louetta Rd. Spring, TX 77373
• Chiefs Interview Friday 07/24

Deadline: Applications & copies of certifications must be received by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2026.

Please have a copy of your EMT and Structural Fire Suppression Certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) ready to upload (pdf format) into the online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. You must be state certified by the application deadline, course completion not acceptable.

Minimum Education, Certification Requirements:

• 19 years or older by the deadline of this posting.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum basic certification Structural Fire Suppression from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
• Minimum certification from Texas Department of State Health Services, Emergency Medical Technician.
• Valid Texas drivers license.

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 7, The Spring Fire Department is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and department needs, We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Notice to Applicants: All applications and pre-employment information are subject to disclosure under the Texas PIA, Chapter 552 of the Government Code.

Salary : $63,649 - $72,308