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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
We currently do not have a written entrance exam scheduled. Please continue to check back for updated information.
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
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Fire Department
Physical Address
12500 Elam Road
Balch Springs , TX 75180
Phone: 972-557-6000
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.