City Job Opportunities

• August 17th, 2021 - STREETS DEPARTMENT WORKER
  Streets Department Worker
  
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  The City ofEastland is accepting applications for a position in the Street Department.  Applicants must be in good physical condition, be able to work outside in all weather conditions, must be able to operate heavy equipment, and be willing to work long and irregular hours when needed.  An employee may be required to perform job functions in other departments from time to time, as instructed by supervisor. 

   

  Requirements include having a high school education or equivalent, a current Texas CDL.   Interested applicants may pick up an application at Eastland City Hall,113 E. Commerce St.,Eastland,Texas 76448, on Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.  The City of Eastland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• August 17th, 2021 - FIRE CHIEF
  The position directs the activities of the personnel and equipment of the Eastland Fire Department.
  
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  Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Managing, planning, coordinating and directing the activities of the Fire/EMS Department; enforcing ordinances and regulations relating to the fire prevention and code conducting investigation of fires and making plan reviews.
  • Serving as liaison between the city and other governmental agencies
  • Coordinating the training of Fire staff; preparing budget requests and managing the budget; reviewing emergency operation plans
  • May perform emergency duties by responding to emergency calls, responding to hazardous materials incidents, assisting with fire suppression activities; operating apparatus, removing hazards from emergency scenes, rescuing persons from fire and emergency scenes, utilizing fire extinguishing equipment to suppress fires.
  • Supervising employees; assigning projects and duties; directing activities at emergency scenes; and performing employee evaluations.

  Required Certifications and Licenses:

  • A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 
  • Must have served as a firefighter for at least five years or more
  • Must have or be able to qualify for Advanced Structure Fire Suppression Certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
  • Must meet minimum standards for head of a suppression fire department as required by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
  • Must be, or obtain within one year, a Basic Certified Fire Inspector Certificate from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
  • Must have a valid Texas Department of Public Safety Class B Driver's License
  • Fire Officer II
  • Instructor II
  • Texas EMT-B certification 
  • Salary dependent on qualifications 
• June 16th, 2021 - WATER UTILITY WORKER
  Water Utility Worker
  
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   The City of Eastland is accepting applications for the position of water utility worker.  Applicants must be in good physical condition, have some mechanical ability, and be able to work irregular hours.  Prefer applicants who are well motivated and career minded individuals with a desire to progress in this field.  Applicant must have the willingness to obtain State required licenses within a reasonable period of time.  Licenses are mandatory.  Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess a valid Texas driver’s license.  High school education or equivalent, and a valid Class C Texas DL required.  Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test.  Benefits include health, life, dental, vacation accrual after probationary period, in addition to 13 paid holidays each year and one personal holiday.  Applications are available at Eastland City Hall,113 E. Commerce St.,Eastland,Texas 76448, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Position is open until filled.

   The City of Eastland is an equal opportunity employer.

   

  The City ofEastlandis an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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