Recruiting

Firefighter Applicant Information


Thank you for your employment interest as a Firefighter with the City of Balch Springs. This information will provide guidelines regarding the employment process for Firefighter. Keep for your records, no reminders will be sent out after you turn in the application.


Application


The City of Balch Springs is currently accepting Pre-Employment Applications (PDF). All qualified persons must complete and submit an application. for applications visit https://www.cityofbalchsprings.com/363/Employment-Opportunities


 All applications must include the following certificates:

  • Copy of DD214 with an honorable discharge (if applicable)
  • Copy of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Firefighter Certification
  • Copy of Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic or EMT Certification OR a copy of your National Registry

Qualifications


  • Must be at least 18 years of age by test date
  • Must be certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as a minimum Basic Firefighter by test date (*Make sure to pay your $85 Certification Fee to TCFP)
  • Must be certified by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an EMT or Paramedic by test date (We will accept a copy of the National Registry)
  • Must not have any convictions above a Class B misdemeanor
  • Must not have reached 36 years of age by hire date
  • Must obtain or have the ability to obtain a valid Class B Texas Driver’s licenses

Written Examination


Written entrance exam is scheduled for April 15, 2023.

Registration for exam is 10:30am -10:55am (bring photo identification)

Test will start at 11:00am


The Physical Agility Test (PAT) will follow the written exam in the afternoon of April 15, 2023.


 Application deadline is April 7, 2023. 


Written Test Location


Balch Springs Civic Center

12400 Elam Rd. 

Balch Springs, TX 75180


Physical Agility Location


Balch Springs Fire Department

12500 Elam Road

Balch Springs, TX 75180