Description:

The Channelview Fire Department will be accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic or Paramedic assigned to the EMS Division. Individuals interested must submit a completed application with a valid e-mail address and supporting documentation to apply. Please include a photocopy of your DL and EMT-P certification. The application can be found on the Official Channelview Fire Department Website at www.channelviewfire.com.

Requirements:

To obtain employment an applicant must meet the following criteria at the time the application is submitted:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 21 Years of age
• TCFP Basic Firefighter certification and/or TDSHS Paramedic Certification (TCFP not required for EMS division).

Employment Benefits

• Shift: 48/96 (2 days on - 4 days off) – Three shift rotation (EMS I, II, & III)
• Starting Salary - $82,089.72 /year & after 1st year - $89,825.76/year *plus available overtime upon completion of FTO
• Average ambulance call volume = 5/day per ambulance
• No Social Security Withheld
• Paid Time-Off (PTO) Max accrual = 500hrs + 216hrs Comp Time
• Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS) 2:1 matching
• Medical, life, dental, and vision insurance programs available (current Cigna) for employee and family
• Next Level Urgent Care/Family Practice available to employee and family at no charge
• Uniform Stipend $450 annually
• Monthly Certification Incentive Pay - up to $100/month
• Paid Gym Membership $30/month

For questions contact Assistant Chief Adams at SAdams@channelviewfire.com

Harris County Emergency Service District #50 (Channelview Fire Department) provides fire and emergency medical services to over 38,000 residents in an unincorporated area of eastern Harris County, Texas. Harris County Emergency Service District #50 encompasses approximately 19 square miles that produces over 5,250 responses for emergency service per year.

Harris County ESD #50 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, age, or nationality.