Evening Fire Watch & Safety Coordinator

General Dynamics; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, Virginia seeks a Fire Preventer Coordinator to monitor hot work and prevent fires in compliance with company policies. The role requires fire watch certification and shipyard safety experience, with the ability to access Navy facilities and pass a background check.

The position supports safety programs, reduces risks during shifts, and ensures extinguishers and PPE are ready. Training opportunities and a structured environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Fire Watch Training Certification including NAVSEA Standard 009-07 (3.3.1).
• Minimum of two years’ work experience in the ship repair industry.
• Ability to access US government facilities and US Naval Vessels.
• Ability to work assigned shift and pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Observes hot work and ensures fires do not start by keeping the area free of flammable materials.
• Extinguishes fires as necessary.
• Cleans ships, piers, dry docks and other working areas using brooms and water hoses.
• Ensures extinguishers are operational and within reach.

Skills

Fire watch

Safety compliance

Access government facilities

Education

Fire Watch Training Certification incl NAVSEA 009-07 (3.3.1)

OSHA 10 Maritime certification (bonus)

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, Virginia seeks a Fire Preventer Coordinator to monitor hot work and prevent fires in compliance with company policies. The role requires fire watch certification and shipyard safety experience, with the ability to access Navy facilities and pass a background check.

The position supports safety programs, reduces risks during shifts, and ensures extinguishers and PPE are ready. Training opportunities and a structured environment are offered.