Firefighter

The Grand Prairie Fire Department is actively looking for 8 dedicated individuals who are motivated, possess integrity and courage, and are committed to safeguarding the lives and property of our Grand Prairie community. Take the first step today and apply to join our Fire department! The Grand Prairie Fire Department operates on a 48-96 schedule and is currently in the process of finishing the implementation of four-person engine companies.

Testing Date: October 10th, 2026
Application Deadline: October 2nd, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m.

Required by the time of hire:
- Copy of Birth Certificate
- Copy of High School Diploma or GED
- Copy of Texas Paramedic License/Certificate OR National Registry Paramedic License/Certificate

Note: Obtaining a paramedic license takes about one year. If you do not have it when your name is reached, you will be skipped. However, you may still be considered if you obtain the certification while the list remains active and vacancies exist.

Minimum Qualifications to take the written exam:
- Be between the ages of 18 and 35. Applicant 36 years of age or older is not eligible for a beginning position as a firefighter.
- Be a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization OR a permanent resident.
- If you have military experience, submit a copy of DD-214 before the test. The DD-214 must specifically declare the character of service being "honorable" or an honorable discharge certificate signed by the President of the United States.

Only those who pass the written exam (scoring 70% or above) will receive an additional five (5) points to their raw score.

The City offers a full range of benefits for full time employees, including plans as defined in the Benefits Guide.

Requirements: Age 18-35, U.S. citizen by birth/naturalization or permanent resident, high school diploma or GED, Texas Paramedic License/Certificate or National Registry Paramedic License/Certificate required by time of hire, non-user of tobacco products, valid driver's license, no DWI within 3 years, no more than 2 moving violations/accidents within 24 months, pass written exam (70% or above), pass background check, polygraph, psychological evaluation, and interview with Fire Chief

Salary: $85,509.00 - $105,022.00 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-02