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Sunnyvale Fire Department
Sunnyvale, TX · Dallas County
Sunnyvale Fire Rescue protects the Town of Sunnyvale, Texas, a community in Dallas County just east of Mesa and Dallas. The department delivers fire suppression, fire prevention and public education, rescue, and emergency medical transport from Station 1 at 305 E. Tripp Rd.
It runs a compact fleet built around two engines (a 2020 E-One Typhoon rescue pumper and a 2016 Spartan Metro Star), two brush trucks for wildland response, two ambulances, and command and utility vehicles. Operations are organized around three rotating shifts (A, B, and C), each led by a shift captain.
The department is led by a fire administrator/fire marshal and a deputy chief, and blends emergency response with community services such as blood pressure checks, the Safe Baby Site program, and station tours.
MissionAs a team of highly trained and dedicated professionals, it is our mission to provide the highest standard of service to all those who may seek our help.
Sunnyvale Fire Rescue recruits firefighter/paramedics and paramedics, and applications are submitted online through the Town of Sunnyvale's employment portal. As of mid-2026 the department was actively accepting applications for a Firefighter Paramedic or Paramedic Only position.
Prospective candidates apply through the town's online Employment Application (FormCenter) and can direct questions to the fire administration office during weekday business hours.
Requirements
- Paramedic certification (positions posted for Firefighter Paramedic or Paramedic Only)
Hiring process
- Apply online through the Town of Sunnyvale Employment Application (FormCenter) portal before the posting closing date
Benefits
The Town of Sunnyvale publishes an employee benefit summary covering town positions; specific fire department benefit details are not listed on the department's site.
Is Sunnyvale Fire Rescue hiring?
Yes. As of mid-2026 the department was accepting applications for Firefighter Paramedic or Paramedic Only positions. Check the Town of Sunnyvale employment page for current openings and closing dates.
What positions does the department hire for?
Recent postings have been for Firefighter Paramedic or Paramedic Only, reflecting the department's role in providing emergency medical transport alongside fire suppression.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted online through the Town of Sunnyvale's Employment Application (FormCenter) portal, linked from the town's Jobs page.
Do I need to be a certified paramedic?
The department's recent openings are for Firefighter Paramedic or Paramedic Only roles, indicating paramedic certification is central to the positions posted.
How is the department staffed?
Operations are organized around three rotating shifts (A, B, and C), each led by a shift captain, working out of Station 1 at 305 E. Tripp Rd.
Who do I contact with questions about joining?
The fire administration office can be reached during weekday business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at the department's non-emergency line, (972) 203-0314.