Human Resources & Employment

CURRENT OPENINGS
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STREET DEPARTMENT LABORER
The City of Burkburnett is accepting applications for a FULL-TIME STREET DEPARTMENT LABORER position with city benefits after 180 days. Must have a valid Class B CDL driver’s license with an airbrake endorsement or obtain CDL within six months, ability to operate heavy equipment is a plus, high school diploma or equivalent is required.  Pre-employment physical and drug test required.  

PART-TIME LIBRARY TECHNICIAN
The City of Burkburnett is accepting applications for a PART-TIME LIBRARY TECHNICIAN. Candidate must be a highly motivated individual with excellent people skills.  High School diploma or equivalent required. Computer skills a MUST.  Flexible hours.  Pre-employment physical and drug test required.  

PART-TIME ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
‍The City of Burkburnett Police Department is seeking applicants for a PART-TIME ANIMAL CONTROL position. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Pre-employment physical and drug test required and valid drivers license.

911 PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER
The City of Burkburnett Police Department is seeking applicants for a FULL-TIME 911 PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER.  Must be able to work rotating shifts, holidays, nights, and weekends. You will need to be able to multitask and type a minimum of 35/WPM. Valid driver's license and high school diploma or equivalent is required. You must pass an extensive background check. Required certifications must be obtained within six months of employment.

FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER
Job Summary: Under general direction of a supervisor or fire officer. The purpose of this position is to respond to incidents, perform basic preventative maintenance on apparatus, equipment, & facilities, and take part in prevention and public education activities. 

Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED | Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Certification (Intermediate preferred) | Texas Department of State Health Services EMT (Paramedic preferred) | Texas Commission on Fire Protection Driver/Operator (within six months of hire date) | Pass a General Aptitude Test | Pass a Fire Proficiency Test | Pass a Paramedic Proficiency Test | Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. 
Hours:  48/96 rotation | Position:  Non-Exempt

The completed application packet shall be received by COB on August 15, 2021, mailed or delivered to City of Burkburnett, 501Sheppard Road, Burkburnett, TX  76354 and labeled FIREFIGHTER APPLICATION. Selected candidates will be notified with further instructions for the process.

FIREFIGHTER APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT A COVERLETTER AND RESUME WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AND INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE DEEMED NON-RESPONSIVE. THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.  

The City of Burkburnett is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified persons may pick up an application at City Hall between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

City of Burkburnett
ATTN: Trish Holley
501 Sheppard Rd
Burkburnett, TX 76354

Alternatively, please open the link below and complete the fillable PDF application. After you have completed the application you may mail it or bring it by City Hall.