Fire Watch

Fire Watch

Position: Fire Watch Job Type: Full-time Location: Newport News, VA (Huntington Ingalls Shipyard)

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

Job Description and 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

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.

• 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

Fire Watch

Position: Fire Watch Job Type: Full-time Location: Newport News, VA (Huntington Ingalls Shipyard)

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

Job Description and 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

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.

• 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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