Fire Watch

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Waterford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC at Millstone Nuclear Plant in Waterford, CT seeks a Fire Watch for a 12.5‑hour shift. This part-time / as-needed role offers on-call duties with a $50 monthly incentive.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass background and drug screening. The role emphasizes safety, procedure adherence, and prompt emergency notifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Entry level position; no prior experience needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• On-call three shifts per week with a $50 monthly incentive.
• Shift length is 12.5 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive fire watch services to support nuclear operations.
• Visually monitor locations to detect smoke, fire, or abnormal heat.
• Assess high-hazard activities (e.g., welding) for fire risk.
• Operate fire suppression equipment per procedures.
• Complete required paperwork and incident documentation.
• Notify team members during emergencies and follow PPE rules.
• Comply with Westinghouse and Millstone regulations.

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Opportunity Overview:

Fire Watch - 12 months - Part time / As Needed

Millstone Nuclear Plant / Waterford, CT

Your Day-to-Day:

• Fire watch personnel support nuclear operations by providing proactive, procedure-driven safety measures and practices directed towards the prevention of fire. You will complete required training, follow written and verbal directives or procedures and communicate with plant coworkers.
• Visually monitor assigned work location or patrolling multiple locations to identify potential signs of combustion including smoke, fire or excessive heat.
• Assess high hazard conditions (e.g., welding) to identify conditions that may lead to fire development.
• Operate fire suppression equipment per procedures and training (e.g., fire extinguishers).
• Complete paperwork dependent on the assignment.
• Notify team members in the event of an emergency.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment, including following procedures for donning and doffing equipment in Radiological Controlled Areas within the plant.
• Strict adherence to Westinghouse, Dominion and Millstone Power Plant regulations and procedures.

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Entry Level Position / No experience needed
• You have valid driver's license.
• You must be available on-call for 3 shifts per week which comes with an incentive of $50 dollars per month paid biannually.
• You will work a 12.5 hour shift.
• Physical requirements may include spending extended periods doing repetitive tasks such as standing/sitting /walking climbing scaffolding ladders, extension ladders or stairs.
• May experience humid conditions, extreme cold or heat.
• You must pass a background investigation and drug screening to be eligible for a badge.
• You are subject to random drug screenings.

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $22 - $25 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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