Rescue 31 Receives ‘Call of the Quarter’

The Hospitals of Providence — Memorial Campus On July 22 at 2:21 a.m., Rescue 31 (staffed with Paramedic Lt. Reggie Ramirez and Valerie Morales) was dispatched to an Obstetrics call. Patient was a 23-year-old female Gravida 3, Para 1 with a prolapsed cord. Patient reported the cord prolapsed 6 inches in a loop when she went…

Rescue 2 Receives ‘Call of the Quarter’

The Hospitals of Providence — Transmountain Campus On September 26 at 10:33am, Rescue 2 was dispatched to a person with chest pain. Patient was a 56-year old female who was complaining of chest pain. Patient stated pain started the previous night but got progressively worse. Patient has a history of diabetes and hypertension.  Patient was diaphoretic with…

EPFD Welcomes Del Valle HS Fire Tech Students

On Dec. 8, the Del Valle High School Fire Tech students received a full tour of Station 5, the Training Academy and 911 Communications. The aspiring firefighters had the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about what it takes to become part of the El Paso Fire Department.

Now Hiring: Public Safety Comm. Trainee

Requirements MOS Code: 370 (Coast Guard), 2847 (Marine Corps.) H03A (Navy), 25S (Army). Education and Experience: A High School diploma, GED, or higher, and two (2) years general work experience, one (1) year of which included public contact. Licenses and Certificates: Successfully complete and obtain the American Heart Association Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Health Provider course…

Former EPFD FF Albert Valdez Passes Away

On Dec. 6, Plano Fire-Rescue suffered the huge loss of Lt. Albert Valdez, who died after a medical emergency at his home; he was still active duty with Plano Fire-Rescue. Known to everyone as “Papi,” Albert was a bright light everywhere he went, and his attitude of gratitude toward life was infectious. Albert Valdez joined…

FPM Elvira Vallejo Retires

After 27 years of exceptional service, the El Paso Fire Department would like to announce the retirement of FPM Elvira Vallejo (P8 B-Shift). We are grateful for her commitment and leadership to the department and the community of El Paso. We wish her all the best!

Lt. Daniel Vallejo Retires

After 26 years of service to our community, Lt. Daniel Vallejo (P11 B-Shift) has retired. The EPFD would like to thank him for his years of unwavering dedication to the department and the El Paso community. Wishing you the best, Lieutenant!

FPM Manuel Villegas Retires

After more than 26 years of service to the community, FPM Manuel Villegas completed his last day with the department yesterday. He was joined by his family at Station 19 as his colleagues gathered to wish him well as he gets ready to start a new chapter in his life. The members of the El Paso Fire Department wish…

Promotional Opportunity: Fire Suppression Technician

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Promotional Opportunity: Fire Battalion Chief

Note: An assessment center will be given for FS6 classifications. The City will weigh oral assessment centers as 40% for FS6 classifications. A maximum of 16 passing scores on the Battalion Chief examination will be admitted to an assessment center. Click on image below to view.