Non-Certified Hiring

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Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and not over forty (40) years of age on the date of the entrance examination. 
  • Must be a high school graduate or have an equivalency certificate certified by the issuing agency (i.e.: Texas Education Agency).
  • Must be able to obtain a Class B Texas Driver’s License within one year of employment.
  • Must comply with all applicable Civil Service Requirements and Regulations.
  • Proof of valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Firefighter Entrance Physical Ability Exercise

The physical ability exercise consists of three separate events. Applicants must successfully complete each event to pass the Physical Ability Exercise (PAE). 

  1. What is the fire department work & pay schedule?
  2. Do you have/host a fire academy?
  3. Can I pick up an application now? How do I apply?
  4. Do you take applications throughout the year?
  5. Can I transfer my state fire certification from another state to Texas?
  6. Will I get paid more if I have a degree?
  7. Is there an age limit to apply?
  8. If I am already a certified Firefighter, will I have to go through firefighting training?
  9. Do I have to be a certified Texas Firefighter?
  10. Do I need to be a licensed paramedic to take the Civil Service Exam?
  11. Is there one civil service test for all the cities in Central Texas?
  12. Where can I obtain study material for the civil service test?
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