Fire Preventer Coordinator

General Dynamics; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO is seeking 3 Fire Preventer Coordinators in Norfolk, VA to oversee hot work and prevent fires in accordance with company policies. Roles require fire watch training, shipyard experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, respirator use, and pass background/drug screening.

Shift 0600-1445; duties include fire prevention, extinguishing fires, and keeping work areas safe. Qualified candidates will have NAVSEA 009-07 training and OSHA 10 Maritime certification is a plus.

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
• Pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Working knowledge of Safety Data Sheets, flash points and explosive limits for hazardous material used
• Ability to identify hazardous materials and working conditions and apply proper safety precautions and PPE required for each
• Qualified to work in confined spaces
• Qualified to wear safety harnesses and work from scaffolds/platforms where drop may be greater than five feet
• OSHA 10 hour Maritime certification is a plus

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
• Assures fire extinguishers are operational and within reach

Skills

Safety awareness

Fire watch

Hazard recognition

PPE usage

Education

Fire Watch Training Certification (NAVSEA 009-07)

OSHA 10 Maritime certification (preferred)

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets. We encourage you to learn more about our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here at NASSCO. Come join our team!

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Fire Preventer Shop. This position is located in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for 3 Fire Preventer Coordinators. The hours are 0600-1445.

Shift: ALL

Security Clearance: No Clearance

Essential Functions and Purpose

The Fire Preventer Coordinator is responsible for maintaining watch over hot work to prevent fires from occurring in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Position Demands (Education/Training/Experience)

• 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
• Pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Working knowledge of Safety Data Sheets, flash points and explosive limits for hazardous material used
• Ability to identify hazardous materials and working conditions and apply proper safety precautions and PPE required for each
• Qualified to work in confined spaces
• Qualified to wear safety harnesses and work from scaffolds/platforms where drop may be greater than five feet
• OSHA 10 hour Maritime certification is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of weight
• Repetitive or prolonged walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, climbing, bending, balancing, and lifting
• Lifting body weight, reaching, handling, pushing/pulling, leaning and seeing (to maintain visual contact with work area)
• Hearing warning signals, reading and comprehending safety instructions and work planning sequence
• Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships
• Must be able to maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee's work area

Working Relationships

Reports to the Shop Foreman / General Foreman. This position has no direct reports.

Principal 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
• Assures fire extinguishers are operational and within reach

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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