Firefighter (Must have completed Fire Academy and EMT-B course before date of hire)

The TEST DATE is scheduled for Monday December 1 2025 at 8:30 am at the Downtown Event Centre 700 Crockett Street Beaumont TX 77701 (MUST PRESENT A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE AT THE TEST LOCATION). The test will be cognitive skills only (No fire or EMS knowledge assumed).

Upon the City of Beaumonts receipt of your application further information regarding the testing process will be sent to you via the email address you provided on your application. If your email address has changed it is your responsibility to update your applicant profile with the appropriate changes.

If applicants have any other questions call Rachel Edwards at or email at or Abreya Banks at or email at.

If certified in another state contact the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) at prior to the test for reciprocity.

Essential Job Functions: Work is performed under the direct supervision in accordance with explicit instructions and well-defined procedures; however satisfactory performance of the work requires initiative and a thorough understanding of firefighting fire prevention and rescue methods and techniques; work is reviewed by superiors through observation and results obtained. Responds to alarm of fire or other emergencies with a pumper or ladder company; lays and connects hoses; holds nozzles and directs fog or water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers bars hooks lines and other equipment; occasionally drives Fire/EMS equipment; ventilates burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or by chopping holes in roofs and floors; removes persons from danger; performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers sweeping water and removing debris; responds to a variety of calls of an emergency nature requiring the performance of light and heavy duty rescue activities operating various equipment used in rescue operations; participates in fire drills and attends regular classes in Firefighting/EMS skills and related activities provides pre-hospital medical care fire prevention equipment maintenance and related subjects; studies assigned materials; inspects assigned district to assure thorough knowledge of all streets alleys and buildings; participates in fire prevention inspection of residential and business buildings and contents; inspects and makes minor repairs to fire hydrants; performs general maintenance and cleaning work in the upkeep of departmental apparatus equipment furnishings and structures; cleans and washes walls and floors; washes and dries hose; washes cleans and polishes apparatus. Acts as Fire/Driver Operator in the absence of the regularly assigned Fire/Driver Operator.

Other Job Functions: Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required.

This position requires 100% on-site work.Works inside and outside in all types of weather; exposed to extreme temperature swings extreme cold and heat extreme heights extreme and constant noise mechanical and explosive hazards toxic waste hazards electrical radiation and chemical hazards and gas vapors. May be subject to bodily injury in the line of duty. Works 24 hours on duty 48 hours off.

Knowledge: Knowledge of firefighting practices. Knowledge of common firefighting equipment hoses. Thorough individual understanding of firefighting fire prevention and rescue methods and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

Texas State Department of Health Services certifications:

Completion of accredited college hours in any area according to the following increments:

• 30 semester hours 60 semester hours Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree; military Service with Honorable Discharge.
• City of Beaumont resident

The TEST DATE is scheduled for Monday December 1 2025 at 8:30 am at the Downtown Event Centre 700 Crockett St Beaumont TX 77701 (MUST PRESENT A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE AT THE TEST LOCATION). The test will be cognitive skills only (No fire or EMS knowledge assumed).

Upon the City of Beaumonts receipt of your application further information regarding the testing process will be sent to you via the email address you provided on your application. If your email address has changed it is your responsibility to update your applicant profile with the appropriate changes.

If applicants have any other questions call Rachel Edwards at or email at or Abreya Banks at or email at.

If certified in another state contact TCFP prior to test for reciprocity.

Written Exam Description:

The exam is multiple choice and covers reading comprehension grammar syntax punctuation spelling vocabulary arithmetic and differential decision making. Time Limit: Three (3) hours. You must score at least a score of 70 on the multiple-choice portion of the exam in order to move forward to the physical portion of the testing.

Must pass a strength and agility test and physical examination (see below for requirements). Must possess a valid Class C Texas drivers license. Many may be subject to bodily injury in the line of duty.

Physical Fitness Assessment:

• Perform 1 Minute Sit-Up Test Minimum 26 sit-ups
• Recover 5 minutes
• Perform 300 Meter Run Time Limit 81 seconds
• Recover 5 minutes
• Perform 1 Minute Push-Up Test Minimum 20 push-ups
• Recover 5 Minutes
• Perform 1.5 Mile Run Test Time Limit 16:39
• Aerial Ladder Climb 100 at a 75-degree angle

This position requires 100% on-site work.Must pass entry-level written exam physical ability exam polygraph psychological exam and medical physical exam including drug vision and hearing tests. Must possess a valid Class C drivers license with a good driving record. Other state valid Drivers License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires that within 30 days of residency you must possess a valid Texas drivers license. Applicants selected for hire shall be subject to a criminal history background check and a drug/alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local addition The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at or through RELAY Texas at 1- or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827 Beaumont Texas 77704.