Fire Fighter Paramedic

CITY OF MELISSA Fire Department FT Fire Fighter Paramedic Salary - $76,144.96 *Non-Exempt Position; 24/48 Rotation

FIRE FIGHTER PARAMEDIC

Job Summary: Under direction of a supervisor or fire officer the firefighter responds to multiple incidents in an ever changing environment. Performs basic preventative maintenance on apparatus, equipment, facilities and other city items. Takes part in prevention and public education activities as assigned by the Operations and Prevention Divisions. Perform other duties as assigned. May serve in a leadership capacity in the absence of the fire officer.

Examples of Duties: The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

- Performs assigned services and activities within the Fire Department including all fire suppression, fire prevention, code enforcement, emergency medical services, and related functions and activities.
- Abides by fire department goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
- Ensures that equipment, safety clothing, apparatus, and supplies are specified, purchased received, inspected, and distributed in an effective manner and consistent with City policy.
- Works under the City's Emergency Management Plan to perform incident response and mitigation under direction of the supervisory personnel.
- Develop and maintain lines of communication and cooperation within the fire department with supervisors and peers.
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents; utilize the incident command system to direct activities and communications in fire and/or emergency situations; act to mitigate hazards and treat patients; make decisions affecting life and property under emergency circumstances; follow tactics and strategies as determined by the immediate supervisor.
- Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of fire science and emergency medical services; incorporate new developments as appropriate.
- Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
- Ensures all equipment and apparatus are properly inspected and maintained on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual schedule per Melissa Fire Department Standard Operating Procedures and other regulatory agencies which may govern firefighting, emergency medical, or special operating response.
- Works a rotating schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: High School diploma or GED

License or Certificate:
- Minimum of Texas Commission on Fire Protection - Basic Firefighter (Intermediate preferred)
- Minimum of Texas Department State Health Services - EMT Paramedic
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection – Driver/Operator (preferred), must have within 6 months of hire date).
- Minimum of NIMS 100, 200, 700, 701, 702, 703, 704, and 800 proofs of training (within 6 months of hire date).
- Class B Exempt Driver's License.

Salary: Salary - $76,144.96

Application Deadline: 2026-10-06