Firewatch / Laborer - Pass Christian, MS

Turner Industries Group, LLC is looking to hire Firewatch Attendants for work in the Pass Christian, MS area.

• Work to begin March 6th for 6 months
• Day and Night shift
• 12 hour days - will work 13 days consecutively and 1 day off then repeat

Firewatch attendants are responsible for observing work and in case of a gas spill, fire or other emergency, contacts employees on the job, shuts down all equipment (welding machines, etc. and directs the employees to the correct evacuation route).
Functional Requirements:
Stays awake and alert at all times; knows what is going on in the area and on the job; stays in constant contact with the people doing the work; knows where the nearest fire extinguisher is located and how to use it; knows where the emergency/safety equipment is located and how to use it; knows where the welding machines in use are located on the job and how to turn them off if necessary; knows where the oxygen and acetylene bottles are located and how to turn them off if necessary; keeps the area clean at all times; never leaves a job unattended - is properly relieved before leaving the job; knows who and how to contact in case of an emergency on a job.
Qualification Standards:
• High school or equivalent
• Must have completed Turner qualification training for Firewatch/Holewatch
• Must be able to operate a plant radio to call Plant Operations and Foreman in case of an emergency
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace
Physical Involvement:
Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 50 lbs. from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction.
Mental Involvement:
May be required to do the following: follow set procedures and standards; follow oral/or written directions; knowledge of federal, state and company standards and regulations; ability to read and write; ability to recognize and report safety hazards etc.; interpret written plans and blueprints; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawing or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; ability to communicate with others effectively; ability to work in a team and get along with others; ability to learn new tasks; remember processes, maintain focus, and complete tasks; ability to remain calm under pressure; manage time and expectations across multiple projects; ensure that work is done in a consistent manner and in compliance with directions
Work Environment Factors:
• Location: industrial maintenance and construction sites
• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground level; obstructed pathways; work performed at low and/or high elevations; work performed in confined areas
• Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: predominately outdoor climate; may be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.; potential exposure to chemical substances
Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.
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