Fire Fighter

Summary

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Waco, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-01253
Department: FIRE
Division: FIRE SUPPRESSION
Opening Date: 08/26/2025
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

Summary
STARTING PAY: $77,168.78 ANNUALLY

EXAM INFO:

• The Civil Service Examination will be conducted at 8:00am on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
• The Agility Exam will follow the Civil Service Examination on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
• Certifications must be received prior to taking the Civil Service Exam.

Please click on link below to see the Fire Department Employment Process:

The City of Waco Seeks:

A Fire Fighter with the ability to function effectively as a member of the Waco Fire Department (WFD) firefighting team. This position performs skilled work in emergency response, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, fire safety education, and fire prevention. If you are passionate about serving your community, working with the public, and making a difference when it matters most, a career with the Waco Fire Department may be for you. Apply now!

Minimum Qualifications;
Required:

• High School Diploma or
• GED Texas Education Agency equivalency certificate (GED) and
• Twelve semester hours of credit from an accredited college or university REQUIRED
• Certifications for Fire Fighter from Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) & Emergency Medical Technician-Basic from Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
  • Class B license is required within one (1) year after becoming a certified fire fighter.

Position Description:

Under basic supervision, functions as a member of the Waco Fire Department (WFD) firefighting team; performs skilled work in emergency response, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, fire safety education, and fire prevention.

Essential Functions:

• Responds to emergency alarms and calls for service and performs fire suppression, rescue and emergency medical duties as required to control emergency incidents and protect lives and property; relays orders, instructions and information on emergency actions and follows orders under stressful conditions.
• Performs assigned duties within scope of authority and training and according to City of Waco and WFD policies and procedures; duties may vary according to job assignment and skill level.
• Establishes safe medical treatment area for the assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transportation of patients according to WFD medical protocol and level of emergency medical certification.
• Participates in classes, drills and training to maintain and upgrade current physical fitness, firefighting, rescue and emergency medical skills; maintains WFD records and work logs.
• Inspects, cleans and maintains personal protective equipment and verifies that all emergency response equipment is in a proper state of readiness and available for immediate use.
• Maintains WFD facilities, vehicles, equipment, apparatus, tools and medical inventory; inspects, tests, evaluates and repairs equipment after use; performs minor repairs on apparatus, equipment and facilities; notifies supervisors of maintenance problems beyond the scope of authority or skills.
• Maintains fire station living quarters and grounds in clean and orderly condition.
• Provides fire safety and prevention training in the public schools and to other community groups.
• Continuously updates knowledge of City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, building locations and special hazards of designated facilities.
• Works mandatory overtime as need.
• May be assigned to other divisions for temporary assistance.
• Maintain certification as required by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection and the Texas Department on Fire Protection and the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• Must be able to read/write English.
• May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.
• May perform duties in the absence of the Fire Equipment Engineer.
• Operates department vehicles and apparatus to respond to emergencies, transport personnel, and deliver
  equipment to incident scenes.

Required for All Jobs:

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• Lives the City of Waco Values.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:

• Meaningful and challenging work
• Make a difference and improve communities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Longevity Pay
  • And More!
• Chance to do work you are passionate about
• Desire to give back

01

Are you a United States Citizen?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a High School Diploma?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a GED? If yes, do you have 12 credit hours of college with at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale? Please attach transcript.

• Yes
• No

05

Are you certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as a Basic (or Higher) Fire Fighter? If yes, please attach your Certification of Completion of your Texas Commission on Fire Protection Training. If no, will you be able to provide your Certification of Completion of your Texas Commission on Fire Protection prior to testing on October 3, 2026?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you certified as an EMT (or Higher) by the Texas Department of State Health Services?If you answered "yes" please attach your Certification of Completion of Required Training. If no, will you have your Certification of Completion of Required Training prior to testing on October 3, 2026?

• Yes
• No

07

Will you be claiming prior military service preference points? If so, you must attached your DD-214.

• Yes
• No

08

Texas Local Chapter *(TLC 143.025 (j) Notwithstanding Subsection (i), each applicant who is either a natural-born or adopted child of a fire fighter who previously suffered a line-of-duty death while covered by this chapter shall be ranked at the top of any eligibility list in which said applicant receives a minimum passing grade on that respective eligibility exam. The deceased fire fighter's applicant child must otherwise satisfy all of the requirements for eligibility for a beginning position in a fire department contained.Are you the Son or Daughter of Texas Firefighter covered under Chapter 143.025 of the local government code?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you between the ages of 18 and 35?

• Yes
• No

10

Please provide your Date of Birth in the following format (MM/DD/YYYY)
11

Gender

• Male
• Female
• Other/Unidentified

12

Race, please check one:

• American Indian / Alaskan Native
• Asian
• Black / African American
• Hispanic
• Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
• Other / Unknown
• Two or more Races
• White

Required Question

Job Description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Waco, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-01253
Department: FIRE
Division: FIRE SUPPRESSION
Opening Date: 08/26/2025
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

Summary
STARTING PAY: $77,168.78 ANNUALLY

EXAM INFO:

• The Civil Service Examination will be conducted at 8:00am on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
• The Agility Exam will follow the Civil Service Examination on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
• Certifications must be received prior to taking the Civil Service Exam.

Please click on link below to see the Fire Department Employment Process:

The City of Waco Seeks:

A Fire Fighter with the ability to function effectively as a member of the Waco Fire Department (WFD) firefighting team. This position performs skilled work in emergency response, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, fire safety education, and fire prevention. If you are passionate about serving your community, working with the public, and making a difference when it matters most, a career with the Waco Fire Department may be for you. Apply now!

Minimum Qualifications;
Required:

• High School Diploma or
• GED Texas Education Agency equivalency certificate (GED) and
• Twelve semester hours of credit from an accredited college or university REQUIRED
• Certifications for Fire Fighter from Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) & Emergency Medical Technician-Basic from Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
  • Class B license is required within one (1) year after becoming a certified fire fighter.

Position Description:

Under basic supervision, functions as a member of the Waco Fire Department (WFD) firefighting team; performs skilled work in emergency response, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, fire safety education, and fire prevention.

Essential Functions:

• Responds to emergency alarms and calls for service and performs fire suppression, rescue and emergency medical duties as required to control emergency incidents and protect lives and property; relays orders, instructions and information on emergency actions and follows orders under stressful conditions.
• Performs assigned duties within scope of authority and training and according to City of Waco and WFD policies and procedures; duties may vary according to job assignment and skill level.
• Establishes safe medical treatment area for the assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transportation of patients according to WFD medical protocol and level of emergency medical certification.
• Participates in classes, drills and training to maintain and upgrade current physical fitness, firefighting, rescue and emergency medical skills; maintains WFD records and work logs.
• Inspects, cleans and maintains personal protective equipment and verifies that all emergency response equipment is in a proper state of readiness and available for immediate use.
• Maintains WFD facilities, vehicles, equipment, apparatus, tools and medical inventory; inspects, tests, evaluates and repairs equipment after use; performs minor repairs on apparatus, equipment and facilities; notifies supervisors of maintenance problems beyond the scope of authority or skills.
• Maintains fire station living quarters and grounds in clean and orderly condition.
• Provides fire safety and prevention training in the public schools and to other community groups.
• Continuously updates knowledge of City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, building locations and special hazards of designated facilities.
• Works mandatory overtime as need.
• May be assigned to other divisions for temporary assistance.
• Maintain certification as required by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection and the Texas Department on Fire Protection and the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• Must be able to read/write English.
• May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.
• May perform duties in the absence of the Fire Equipment Engineer.
• Operates department vehicles and apparatus to respond to emergencies, transport personnel, and deliver
  equipment to incident scenes.

Required for All Jobs:

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• Lives the City of Waco Values.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:

• Meaningful and challenging work
• Make a difference and improve communities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Longevity Pay
  • And More!
• Chance to do work you are passionate about
• Desire to give back

01

Are you a United States Citizen?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a High School Diploma?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a GED? If yes, do you have 12 credit hours of college with at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale? Please attach transcript.

• Yes
• No

05

Are you certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as a Basic (or Higher) Fire Fighter? If yes, please attach your Certification of Completion of your Texas Commission on Fire Protection Training. If no, will you be able to provide your Certification of Completion of your Texas Commission on Fire Protection prior to testing on October 3, 2026?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you certified as an EMT (or Higher) by the Texas Department of State Health Services?If you answered "yes" please attach your Certification of Completion of Required Training. If no, will you have your Certification of Completion of Required Training prior to testing on October 3, 2026?

• Yes
• No

07

Will you be claiming prior military service preference points? If so, you must attached your DD-214.

• Yes
• No

08

Texas Local Chapter *(TLC 143.025 (j) Notwithstanding Subsection (i), each applicant who is either a natural-born or adopted child of a fire fighter who previously suffered a line-of-duty death while covered by this chapter shall be ranked at the top of any eligibility list in which said applicant receives a minimum passing grade on that respective eligibility exam. The deceased fire fighter's applicant child must otherwise satisfy all of the requirements for eligibility for a beginning position in a fire department contained.Are you the Son or Daughter of Texas Firefighter covered under Chapter 143.025 of the local government code?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you between the ages of 18 and 35?

• Yes
• No

10

Please provide your Date of Birth in the following format (MM/DD/YYYY)
11

Gender

• Male
• Female
• Other/Unidentified

12

Race, please check one:

• American Indian / Alaskan Native
• Asian
• Black / African American
• Hispanic
• Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
• Other / Unknown
• Two or more Races
• White

Required Question