Engineering Technician (Fire Safety)

GLOTECH, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

GLOTECH, Inc. seeks an Engineering Technician to support fire safety on marine vessels. Responsibilities include hot work monitoring, confined space attendance, atmospheric testing, and emergency response duties.

The role requires working in dark, loud, cramped environments and willingness to travel, including CONUS/OCONUS sites. Qualified candidates hold firewatch certification and confined space training; ability to climb ladders and sustain long periods on duty is essential.

Qualifications

• Firewatch certification and Confined Space Entry training mandatory.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders and stand for long periods.
• Willing to travel to various sites, including potential CONUS/OCONUS engagements.
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor hot work continuously to catch sparks, slag, or heat buildup.
• Act as confined space attendant and log entrants/exits.
• Use gas detectors to monitor oxygen and toxic/flammable gases before and during entry.
• Stand by with fire extinguishers or hoses to suppress small fires.
• Maintain radio/hand-signal communications with deck safety supervisor.
• Initiate shipboard alarm and evacuation protocols if hazards occur.
• Remain on site for at least 30 minutes after hot work to ensure no smoldering.

Skills

Firewatch certification

Confined Space Entry training

Ladders & tight spaces

Harsh environments

Signaling & communication

Job description

Engineering Technician (Fire Safety)

Job Locations

US-VA-Chesapeake

Overview

GLOTECH, Inc., founded in 1995, is a privately and minority-owned company serving military, federal and commercial clients. We are a successful Information Technology firm with a large staff currently providing superior information technology and advanced engineering services around the world. Our success is built on attracting and retaining quality staff through a highly competitive benefits package with a special focus on continuing career development and corporate financial support. We also maintain a collegial working environment and offer our staff opportunities to improve and enhance their skills.

GLOTECH is committed to a comprehensive employee benefits program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. We provide medical dental and vision care, disability insurance (short and long term), Life & AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Commuter Transportation and Parking Reimbursement), and Employee Assistance Programs. Additionally, we provide Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, Educational Assistance, Certification /Training Reimbursement, and a 401(k)-retirement savings contribution plan (with employer match).

Responsibilities

GLOTECH, Inc. is seeking Engineering Technicians to join our team. These roles will act as safety professionals responsible for preventing fires and monitoring environmental hazards during hot work and confined space entries on marine vessels. These positions are contingent upon contract award.

• Hot Work Monitoring: Watch the welding, burning, or grinding area continuously to catch stray sparks, slag, or heat build-up.
• Confined Space Attendant: Maintain a log of all personnel entering and exiting tanks, voids, or other confined spaces.
• Atmospheric Testing: Use gas detectors to monitor oxygen levels and check for toxic or flammable gases before and during entry.
• Fire Suppression: Stand by with fully charged fire extinguishers or fire hoses, ready to suppress small fires immediately.
• Communication Link: Maintain constant communication with the workers inside the tank and the deck safety supervisor via radio or hand signals.
• Emergency Response: Sound the shipboard alarm and initiate evacuation protocols instantly if a hazard or fire occurs.
• Post-Work Inspection: Remain at the work site for at least 30 minutes after hot work finishes to ensure no smoldering materials remain.

Qualifications

• Firewatch certification and Confined Space Entry training are mandatory.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders, maneuver through tight hatches, and stand for long periods.
• Comfort working in dark, loud, cramped, and extreme temperature environments.
• Excellent vision and sense of smell to quickly detect smoke, fumes, or chemical leaks.
• Basic literacy to maintain accurate, real-time sign-in/sign-out logs and hot work permits.
• Possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance.
• Willing to travel to various work sites, including OCONUS may be required.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a shipyard, maritime environment, or heavy industrial construction.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA standard items or Coast Guard safety regulations.
• Active government security clearance.

GLOTECH, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.