Firefighter Hiring Process
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Job Location:
Austin, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lake Travis Fire Rescueis seeking energetic and caring people who are passionate about providing aid and responding to emergencies to join our team as Probationary Firefighters.
Individuals must be highly motivated with the desire to join our career Firefighters team. Applications to be considered for the hiring process of theProbationary Firefighterposition are now being order to be considered applicants must meet all minimum requirements and apply for the hiring process no later than12:00 p.m. CST October 20 2025.
Hiring process information can be found in theLTFR 2025 - 2026 Hiring Process Manual.
Lake Travis Fire Rescue is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Minimum Requirements:
In addition to minimum requirements review Disqualifier Information section in the Hiring Process Manual.
Additional Requirements:
Detailed Information and Resources:To apply online to be considered for the hiring process please click on the Apply Now button.
The District reserves the right at its sole discretion to change modify add or remove any portions of the hiring process at any time. It is the candidates responsibility to check the hiring process information periodically for changes.
Individuals must be highly motivated with the desire to join our career Firefighters team. Applications to be considered for the hiring process of theProbationary Firefighterposition are now being order to be considered applicants must meet all minimum requirements and apply for the hiring process no later than12:00 p.m. CST October 20 2025.
Hiring process information can be found in theLTFR 2025 - 2026 Hiring Process Manual.
Lake Travis Fire Rescue is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age but not yet age 36 on or before the hire start date
- Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
- Possess the following certifications (active and effective)by January 31 2026* (must also be active and effective on the date of hire):
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Certified Basic Structural Firefighter (or higher)
- Texas Department of State Health Service (TXDSHS) Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic (or higher)
- Possess valid Class C or higher drivers license and a satisfactory driving record
In addition to minimum requirements review Disqualifier Information section in the Hiring Process Manual.
Additional Requirements:
- Provide copies of TCFP and TXDSHS certifications
- Provide a copy of high school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrate effective English both verbally and in writing
- Pass criminal and personal background investigations
- Meet the requirements set forth in NFPA 1582 Latest Edition Standard on Medical Requirements for Firefighters
- EMT-P or LP (EMT Paramedic or Licensed Paramedic)
- AEMT or EMT-I (Advanced EMT or EMTIntermediate)
- Military (must have been Honorably Discharged)
- Associate Degree(or higher)
Detailed Information and Resources:To apply online to be considered for the hiring process please click on the Apply Now button.
The District reserves the right at its sole discretion to change modify add or remove any portions of the hiring process at any time. It is the candidates responsibility to check the hiring process information periodically for changes.
Key Skills
- Forklift
- Hand Tools
- Distributed Control Systems
- Basic Math
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Live Chat
- Plastics Extrusion
- Microbiology
- Sanitation
- cGMP
- Manufacturing
- Word Processing
