Description

The Woodlands Fire Department is now accepting applications for the position of Probationary Firefighter.

Performs firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services duties as required to protect the lives and property of residents. Major elements of a Firefighter's work are the participation in supervised drills and training in firefighting and EMS skills. Some time is spent in special and routine maintenance of equipment and apparatus and routine care of buildings and grounds, as well as public education activities.

Essential Functions

• Lays and connects hose, holds nozzles, and directs water streams, raises and climbs ladders and uses chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines and other equipment at the scenes of fires;
• Performs salvage operations;
• Administers EMS to injured persons, frequently using advance techniques to restore cardio-pulmonary functions;
• Participates in fire drills and attends classes in firefighting, EMS and related duties;
• Perform general maintenance work in the up keep of the Fire Department property;
• Preplan commercial and non commercial building;
• Conducts fire drills in institutions and commercial establishments;
• Attends public gatherings;
• Conducts tours of station houses for scout, civic, and other interested groups;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

The Firefighter exam will fill vacant positions with an anticipated start date in March 2026 and create an eligibility list for future vacancies.

A written general knowledge test and physical ability test (PAT) will be administered on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 thru Saturday, February 7, 2026. Upon completion of your application, you will select the date and time for testing.

You will take two tests on the same day - the written exam and the Physical Ability Test (PAT). First you will take the written. Upon passing the written exam (score of 70 percent or higher), you will move directly onto the PAT, located outside the main building. There is not an option to schedule the PAT for another time or on a different day. Please bring or wear athletic clothing appropriate for exercising, non-cleated athletic shoes.

The following testing times will be available for sign up upon completion of your application:

Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4 Check In Begins 0730 0930 1130 1330 Written Exam Starts 0800 1000 1200 1400 Physical Exam (PAT) 1000 1200 1400 1600

Written tests will begin at promptly at the indicated start time; no entry after testing has begun.

Physical Ability Test Training Video: VIEW HERE

(Note: The video is for general guidance only - actual testing steps and methods may vary during official test.)

In person interviews will be conducted the week of February 23, 2026. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

A physical, including drug screen and extensive background check will be completed prior to employment.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Training (License And/or Certification)

• Basic firefighter certification and meet the minimum firefighter requirements as set forth by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection;
• Certified by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician, Basic (or higher);
• Students with proof of current enrollment in the Fire Academy and EMT training classes will be allowed to test; however, must have successfully completed required certifications prior to employment.

Age Requirement

• Attained at least 19 years of age

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Testing Location:

The Woodlands Fire Department, Emergency Training Center

16135 IH 45 South, Conroe, TX 77385

Application Deadline is Friday, January 30th by 1700.

• Dates for the exam have been set for February 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th
• IDs will be checked at the sign-in desk upon entering the facility
• Bring a pencil(s) with you to complete the test
• No Cell Phones or Hats Allowed in the testing room

Next Steps

After completing the online application, you will be directed to Signup Genius to select a testing time.

The Woodlands Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.