Fire Watch

MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC
Norfolk, Virginia 23503 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Fire and EMS
  • Summary

    Position: Fire Watch
    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Naval Station Norfolk Norfolk,VA

    *******Veteran
    Friendly Employer******

    JOB DESCRIPTION &
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Responsible for
    watching out for fire hazards in the workplace while work is performed by other
    employees. Keep flammable materials from ignition sources.
    • Able to read and write
    effectively
    • Proper Personal
    Protective Equipment (PPE).
    • Keep track of time
    locations and fire bottles assigned
    • Keep track of fire
    extinguishers daily
    • Watch out for fire
    hazards in the workplace while work is performed by other employees
    • Keep flammable
    materials from ignition sources.
    • In the event of fire,
    extinguish it immediately or turn a fire alarm on
    • Able to work in
    confined spaces
    • Performs fire
    prevention activities during hot work operations.
    • Performs other duties
    as assigned.
    • Must be able to
    fulfill job requirements as directed by Foreman & Firewatch Coordinator.
    • Must be able to work
    for 8 to 12 hours per day
    • Must be able to work
    up to 5-7 days a week

    Physical Job Demands
    • Moderate physical
    effort required, including standing for extended periods.
    • Continuous mental
    and visual attention required.
    • Subject to random
    drug and alcohol testing
    • Lift heavy objects
    (50-60+/- lbs.)

    Background

    Background check
    7-years of past employment history

    Must pass a drug
    screening

    Required physical and
    respirator fit testing

    Experience

    2 years or more in
    some capacity of Fire Watch general labor experience specifically with
    shipboard experience within shipyard environment. In possession or able to
    obtain fire watch certification

    SECURITY CLEARANCE

    Must be able to obtain DBIDS Credentials

    Security clearance not
    required

    Education
    • High School or
    equivalent

    Benefits: In addition to competitive pay, we provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits encourage our employees and their families to build a lifelong relationship with Mills. Benefits are subject to employment eligibility.

    Benefits:

    • Full-time employment
    • Paid accrued vacation time
    • Health, dental, vision insurance
    • Company paid life and accidental insurance
    • Offer additional voluntary life/disability group insurance
    • Legal Resource benefit
    • Matching Retirement Plan

    Attractive compensation with experience

    Mills Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Mills Marine is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

    V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) certified Employer for Commonwealth of Virginia
  • Job Description

    Position: Fire Watch
    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Naval Station Norfolk Norfolk,VA

    *******Veteran
    Friendly Employer******

    JOB DESCRIPTION &
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Responsible for
    watching out for fire hazards in the workplace while work is performed by other
    employees. Keep flammable materials from ignition sources.
    • Able to read and write
    effectively
    • Proper Personal
    Protective Equipment (PPE).
    • Keep track of time
    locations and fire bottles assigned
    • Keep track of fire
    extinguishers daily
    • Watch out for fire
    hazards in the workplace while work is performed by other employees
    • Keep flammable
    materials from ignition sources.
    • In the event of fire,
    extinguish it immediately or turn a fire alarm on
    • Able to work in
    confined spaces
    • Performs fire
    prevention activities during hot work operations.
    • Performs other duties
    as assigned.
    • Must be able to
    fulfill job requirements as directed by Foreman & Firewatch Coordinator.
    • Must be able to work
    for 8 to 12 hours per day
    • Must be able to work
    up to 5-7 days a week

    Physical Job Demands
    • Moderate physical
    effort required, including standing for extended periods.
    • Continuous mental
    and visual attention required.
    • Subject to random
    drug and alcohol testing
    • Lift heavy objects
    (50-60+/- lbs.)

    Background

    Background check
    7-years of past employment history

    Must pass a drug
    screening

    Required physical and
    respirator fit testing

    Experience

    2 years or more in
    some capacity of Fire Watch general labor experience specifically with
    shipboard experience within shipyard environment. In possession or able to
    obtain fire watch certification

    SECURITY CLEARANCE

    Must be able to obtain DBIDS Credentials

    Security clearance not
    required

    Education
    • High School or
    equivalent

    Benefits: In addition to competitive pay, we provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits encourage our employees and their families to build a lifelong relationship with Mills. Benefits are subject to employment eligibility.

    Benefits:

    • Full-time employment
    • Paid accrued vacation time
    • Health, dental, vision insurance
    • Company paid life and accidental insurance
    • Offer additional voluntary life/disability group insurance
    • Legal Resource benefit
    • Matching Retirement Plan

    Attractive compensation with experience

    Mills Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Mills Marine is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

    V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) certified Employer for Commonwealth of Virginia
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