Gladewater fire department is accepting applications for firefighter positions. Applications will be accepted until July 11, 2018 at 5:00pm.

You may obtain your application online at cityofgladewater.com or by contacting City Hall at 903-845-2196, fax at 903-845-6891, email to dstanley@cityofgladewater.com, or in person at city hall (519 E Broadway).

Physical agility test will be held at 511 south Tyler on July 14, 2018 at 8:30am. Please wear proper attire for physical agility. The interview process will be held later. For further questions or concerns call Gladewater Fire Department at 903-845-2484.

Minimum employment requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Firefighter certified
• Emt-b certified.
• Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain a class b license within six months of employment.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Pass a physical examination and a drug screen.
• Complete physical agility evaluation.
• Current CPR
The following copies are to be submitted with application
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Emt-basic certification fromTDSHS
• Basic structure fire suppression certification from TCFP
• Any other TCFP certifications, specialized training, or college transcripts you wish to be considered with your application.

Starting salary
• Staring entry pay is $33,265 per year.
• 80 hours of holiday pay is not included with starting salary.
Benefits
• Paid time off (36 hours per month after 6 month probation)
• City matched retirement and (optional) 457 deferred compensation plan.
• Paid insurance for employee and (optional) family, dental, optical insurance.

https://www.tcfp.texas.gov/job_postings/pdfs/Gladewater.pdf