Thank you for your interest in the Horizon Fire Department

The documents listed below must be delivered to our Central Station at 14151 Nunda Ave. Horizon City, TX in order to proceed with the hiring process.

  All documentation must be hand-delivered to the Horizon Fire Department within 14 days of submittal of the application.

BECOME A VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States;
  • Must be 18 years of age;
  • Must possess a Valid U.S. Driver’s License;
  • Must read, write and speak fluent English;
  • Must have an acceptable Criminal background;
  • Meet the health and physical criteria for members of the Horizon Fire Department (A Physical will be required);
  • If hired, must comply with the Volunteer attendance and training requirements. (Work a minimum of 4 shifts per month, attend Wednesday night trainings, Rookie trainings as assigned through FTO program)

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATION GIVEN FOR:

  • Certification as a Basic Structural Fire Protection Personnel by the Texas Commission of Fire Protection or eligible to obtain your certification
  • Certification as a Basic Structural Fire Protection Personnel by the Texas Commission of Fire Protection or eligible to obtain your certification
  • A National Registry Certification for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic

IF YOU MEET THE REQUIREMENTS, SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:

  • Complete job application
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License
  • 2nd form of government Identification
  • Background Consent
  • Resume
  • Letter of recommendation

Hiring Process

  1. Application
  2. Background
  3. Interview
  4. Medical History
  5. Drug Screening

Contact Information

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