Employment with Killeen Fire Department

The City of Killeen Fire Department does not accept applications through third-party employment agencies such as "Indeed." The provided link on our web page is THE ONLY valid website where applications can be submitted.

www.killeentexas.gov/jobs

Civil Service Exam

Applications to take the Civil Service exam will open on Oct. 6, 2025, and close Nov. 7, 2025.
Civil Service exam date will be Sunday, November 16, 2025.
The hiring list created by this exam will be valid for one year or until exhausted.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent 
  • Must be a minimum of 18 years but not older than 36 by the date of hire 
  • Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License without record of suspension or revocation in any State by date of hire 
  • Must obtain fire certification within the 1st year of employment
  • Must obtain Paramedic certification within 3 years of employment

Benefits & Incentives

  • Medical/ Dental/ Vision
  • Vacation/Sick 
  • Great Pension
  • Paid Paramedic School
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Bilingual Pay
  • $3,600 Paramedic Incentive per year 
  • Up to $1,200 EMT Incentive per year 
  • Up to $125 per day for Ambulance Shifts 
  • $100 HAZMAT Technician Incentive per month 
  • $100 ARFF Incentive per month 
  • $50 Engine Driver Incentive per month