Fire Watch

Company	Hutco IncSee more
Address	Newport News, VA
Form of work	Full-Time
Category	Engineering/Architecture/scientific

Job description

Job Description

HUTCO, INC.

Position:Fire Watch

Job Location: Norfolk

Hutco Branch: Portsmouth VA

Rate of Pay: $17 per hour (No per diem available)

DESCRIPTION:

We are currently seeking Fire Watch to work in Norfolk Virginia. Fire watches are required to eliminate and control fire hazards whenever welding or other hot work operations are done. This is an entry level position into the shipbuilding industry. We prefer you to have your OSHA 10 Maritime in hand, however we will get those dedicated to the position trained, but you must commit to staying on assignment for 90 days. If you have what it takes to be a fire preventer and know this job is for you, please contact our office.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to accomplish the semi-skilled functions within the trade where assigned.
Must be able to check out, deliver, return and properly care for the required material and tools used in the trade.
Must Have OSHA 10 Maritime
Must Have Firewatch Certification
Must be able to pass a seven-year background check w/ No Felonies
Must pass drug test and E-Verify.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Hard Hat, Steel Toe Safety Boots, Safety Glasses, Gloves

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Watch out for fire hazards in the workplace while work is performed by other employees.
Maintain the conditions and requirements stated on the Hot work permit. Keep area clean and free of debris. Clean up work space at the end of each shift.
Keep flammable materials 30ft from ignition sources.
In the event of fire, extinguish it immediately or turn a fire alarm on.
Call 911 or the emergency alarm number.
Stop operations if you find any hazardous condition.
Make sure you and other employees are aware of the exact location of fire fighting equipment in the immediate area. Maintain constant means of communication with Hot Worker.
As much as possible, keep visual and voice contact with other employees.
Before and during each shift, inspect the entire work area and look for potential release of flammable vapors or liquids.
Be prepared to operate fire extinguishers, hydrants, fixed monitors, and hose carts anytime.
Never leave the job site while the work is being done. If you have to leave, stop the job and notify workers that you are “standing-by-for”.
When all operations are done, do not leave the worksite unless you’re sure that there are no hot sparks, burning embers and other fire hazards.
Return all fire fighting equipment to their original location.

BENEFITS:

A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. Available plans include: