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  • Fire Watch

  • MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC
  • Newport News, Virginia 23608 United States View Map

Summary

Fire Watch

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

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 check 7-years of past employment history

Must pass a drug screening

Required physical and respirator fit testing

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 not required

High School or equivalent

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

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

Fire Watch

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

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 check 7-years of past employment history

Must pass a drug screening

Required physical and respirator fit testing

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 not required

High School or equivalent

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

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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