Fire Engineer

Safely drives and operates all forms of emergency response apparatus; performs a wide variety of technical tasks and functions in support of fire suppression, fire prevention, basic and/or advanced emergency medical services, rescue, and hazardous materials operations; may serve as the company officer in the absence of the Fire Captain.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Drive assigned emergency response apparatus to emergency calls; operate apparatus, including fire pumps, water supply operations, and deployment of aerial ladders, on emergency calls or at incident scenes; ensure apparatus have a continuous water supply at working fire scenes; drive and operate all apparatus safely and efficiently in accordance with State laws for emergency and nonemergency driving situations; provide appropriate services as required including fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue, and hazardous materials operations. Maintain a constant state of readiness for emergency response; operate, inspect, repair, order, and perform all related tasks to apparatus and emergency operations equipment; ensure that all equipment and supplies on assigned apparatus are ready for emergency use; replenish disposable supplies as needed following each incident response on assigned apparatus. Participate in cleaning and maintaining station facilities, grounds, equipment, and apparatus; ensure that appropriate conditions are maintained at assigned station. Conduct a daily thorough test of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA); conduct daily check of apparatus and equipment; perform minor maintenance on apparatus and equipment. Participate in a variety of activities, and programs including training, fire investigations, fire code enforcement, and equipment operation and maintenance. Participate in activities and operations in response to natural disasters, major accidents, incidents involving hazardous materials, and other emergency situations. Prepare reports as necessary following emergency incidents; complete reports regarding activities and functions of the department as assigned. Perform testing of fire hydrants and fire hoses; conduct residential and commercial fire safety inspections; perform pre-fire planning of commercial occupancies. Maintain constant training and education in all areas of fire prevention and suppression, and emergency medical response with emphasis on fire apparatus driving and scene operation; maintain a working knowledge of all street maps, road closings, construction changes, and fire suppression system connections on all target hazards with the City. Perform a variety of technical duties as assigned by Command personnel. Serves as second in command of shift; may act in the capacity of the Fire Captain during his/her absence. May be utilized to familiarize new personnel with fire apparatus and equipment as necessary and coordinated through the assigned Lieutenant. Perform additional related duties as assigned.

The City of Richland Hills offers a competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience. The City participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) at a 7% employee deposit rate with a City matching ratio of 2:1. The City pays 100% of the employee's medical, dental and term life insurance, and contributes 50% to dependent medical coverage. Employees receive paid vacation and sick leave, and eleven (11) paid holidays which accrue at the beginning of the year and may be used at any time.

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, 3 years firefighting experience, 4 years emergency medical (EMS) experience, valid Texas class B exempt or higher driver's license, Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Intermediate Firefighter Certification or ability to obtain within one year, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic, or Licensed Paramedic Certification, Texas Commission on Fire Protection Hazardous Materials Technician Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year, Texas Commission on Fire Protection Driver/Operator Certification, Texas Commission on Fire Protection Instructor I Certification, Texas Commission on Fire Protection Fire Officer I Certification

Salary: Depends On Qualifications

Application Deadline: 2026-10-13