Fire Watch Technician

Sheakley; Georgia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in safety management seeks dependable Fire Watch Technicians for a construction site in White, GA. The position requires monitoring fire risks due to inactive sprinkler systems during HVAC installation, ensuring a safe work environment. Candidates must have prior fire watch experience, strong situational awareness, and effective communication skills. Local candidates within 50 miles earn between $44 to $50 per hour, with additional bonuses offered.

Benefits

Completion Bonus: $150/Month

Overtime pay after 40 hours/week

Qualifications

• Previous fire watch experience in construction or industrial environments.
• Strong situational awareness and reliability.
• Team Leaders need proven leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor areas for potential fire hazards.
• Notify emergency responders if a fire risk is detected.
• Complete daily logs and activity reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Calm in safety-sensitive situations

Job description

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Base pay range

$44.00/yr - $45.00/yr

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Fire Watch Technicians & Team Fire Watch Leaders

Location: White, GA

Type: 1099 Contractor

About Sheakley

Since 1963, Sheakley has been a leader in safety management outsourcing. We are seeking dependable Fire Watch Technicians and Team Leaders to provide 24/7 fire watch coverage for our client at a solar panel manufacturing construction site in White, GA. This is a precautionary safety assignment due to inactive sprinkler systems during HVAC installation. Ideal candidates will have previous fire watch experience and a strong commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

Hourly Rate:

• Local Candidates (within 50 miles): $44-$50/hr (based on role and experience)

Overtime: Paid after 40 hours/week (56 hours scheduled weekly)

Completion Bonus: $150/Month

Schedule:

7 days per week | 8-hour shifts (1-hour lunch) | 56 hours/week

Project Scope

Personnel will oversee fire watch activities for electrical and mechanical contractors during the construction of a solar panel manufacturing facility. Due to ceiling-mounted HVAC installations, the sprinkler system will be temporarily shut down, requiring continuous fire monitoring as a preventative safety measure (note: this is not a hot work assignment).

Qualifications

️ Previous fire watch experience in construction or industrial environments

️ Strong situational awareness and reliability in passive safety roles

️ Effective communication and accountability

️ Team Leaders must have proven leadership experience in safety or fire watch supervision

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor designated areas for potential fire hazards
• Maintain an active, visible presence throughout the shift
• Notify site personnel or emergency responders if a fire risk is detected
• Prevent unauthorized activities within monitored zones
• Accurately complete daily logs and activity reports

Skills & Knowledge

Skills:

• High attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and punctuality
• Ability to adhere to site protocols
• Calm and focused in safety-sensitive situations

Knowledge:

• Familiarity with fire prevention practices
• Understanding of construction safety principles

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sheakley is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting

• Industries

  Construction

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