Portlandtx
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Be at least 18 years of age
Have a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license
Possess a Texas Commission on Fire Protection - Firefighter certification (or EMTs who are in fire school within 90 days of fire certification)
Have a current Texas Department of State Health Services - EMT certification
Be a U.S. citizen
Be of good moral character and integrity
Capable of passing a comprehensive background investigation
Must reside within 45 miles or 1 hour drive time from the station
This position is considered an essential position. Recall is mandatory in the events of a significant nature. The firefighter/EMT may work overtime as required.
Application Instructions Submit a City of Portland Fire Department application to portlandfd@portlandtx.gov. Applications may also be hand-delivered or mailed to the City of Portland Fire Dept., 595 Buddy Ganem Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed City of Portland Fire Department application. For more information or to ask questions regarding the position, please call the City of Portland Fire Department at (361) 643-0155.
Category and Details
Category: Fire Department
Status: Open
Exemption: Non-Exempt
Salary: $64,500 annual salary (Higher salary based on verified experience)
Posted: December 29, 2025 11:30 AM
Closing: January 29, 2026 5:00 PM
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High school diploma or GED
Be at least 18 years of age
Have a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license
Possess a Texas Commission on Fire Protection - Firefighter certification (or EMTs who are in fire school within 90 days of fire certification)
Have a current Texas Department of State Health Services - EMT certification
Be a U.S. citizen
Be of good moral character and integrity
Capable of passing a comprehensive background investigation
Must reside within 45 miles or 1 hour drive time from the station
This position is considered an essential position. Recall is mandatory in the events of a significant nature. The firefighter/EMT may work overtime as required.
Application Instructions Submit a City of Portland Fire Department application to portlandfd@portlandtx.gov. Applications may also be hand-delivered or mailed to the City of Portland Fire Dept., 595 Buddy Ganem Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed City of Portland Fire Department application. For more information or to ask questions regarding the position, please call the City of Portland Fire Department at (361) 643-0155.
Category and Details
Category: Fire Department
Status: Open
Exemption: Non-Exempt
Salary: $64,500 annual salary (Higher salary based on verified experience)
Posted: December 29, 2025 11:30 AM
Closing: January 29, 2026 5:00 PM
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