Fire Preventer Coordinator (2nd Shift)

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 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!

Job Title

Fire Preventer Coordinator

Location and Hours

This position specifically is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The hours are 2:30 pm - 11pm.

Security Clearance

No Clearance. Must be able to access all Navy installations and other shipyards by obtaining DBIDS and NAVSEA badges.

Essential Functions and Purpose (Job Description)

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)
• A minimum of two year’s 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 a pre-employment drug screen
• Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Have a 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 (5) 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), eye/hand/foot coordination.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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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