Firewatch Kernersville, NC

Mabe Steel; Kernersville (NC); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mabe Steel Inc. is seeking a Firewatch for on-site field work on active construction sites. You will monitor hot-work areas, keep extinguishers ready, and stay on watch after welding activities to prevent fires.

No prior experience is required; training for fire extinguisher use is provided. Candidates must be comfortable outdoors in all weather and work at elevated heights alongside welders, reporting to the foreman.

Qualifications

• No experience required; fire extinguisher training provided.
• Alert, dependable and able to stay focused for long periods.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather and at elevated heights when stationed with welders.

Responsabilités

• Monitor hot-work areas for sparks, slag and fire, at ground level and at elevated heights where welding takes place.
• Keep fire extinguishers on hand and ready; respond to small fires and sound the alarm when needed.
• Remain on watch for the required period after hot work ends.
• Clear combustibles from work areas and handle general cleanup.
• Follow all safety rules, fall protection and PPE requirements.

Connaissances

Alert, dependable

Focused attention

Outdoor work in all weather

Elevated heights

Description du poste

JOB DESCRIPTION

Firewatch

MABE STEEL INC.

ABOUT MABE STEEL & CONDITIONS FOR ALL FIELD ROLES

Mabe Steel Inc. is a structural steel erection contractor. We erect steel on active construction sites; we do not fabricate. This position is full-time, on-site field work, and the conditions in this section apply to all of our field roles.

Work Environment

• Work is performed outdoors on active jobsites, in heat, cold, wind, rain and other seasonal weather.
• Work regularly takes place at elevated heights, on steel, decking, ladders, scaffolds and aerial/scissor lifts, depending on the role.
• Jobsites include cranes, forklifts, heavy equipment, overhead loads, welding operations and loud noise.
• Job locations change as projects change; reliable transportation to each assigned site is required.

Safety Expectations

• Follow all OSHA Subpart R (Steel Erection) and Mabe Steel safety rules, including 100% fall protection where required.
• Wear and maintain required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, work boots, gloves and harness/lanyard.
• Attend daily safety meetings and jobsite orientations; report hazards, near misses and injuries immediately.

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working at heights without fear or hesitation.
• Able to stand, walk, climb, kneel, bend and reach for full shifts, often on uneven ground or narrow surfaces.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly and assist with heavier loads.
• Good balance, hand-eye coordination and ability to hear and follow verbal and hand signals.

General Requirements

• 18 years of age or older; valid driver's license preferred.
• Early starts, overtime and travel or weekend work as project schedules require.

Mabe Steel Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable Accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.

FIREWATCH

Reports to: Foreman

The Firewatch protects the crew and jobsite during welding, cutting and other hot work. It is an easygoing role, but one that is never taken for granted when it is needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor hot-work areas for sparks, slag and fire, at ground level and at elevated heights where welding takes place.
• Keep fire extinguishers on hand and ready; respond to small fires and sound the alarm when needed.
• Remain on watch for the required period after hot work ends.
• Clear combustibles from work areas and handle general cleanup.
• Follow all safety rules, fall protection and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• No experience required; fire extinguisher training provided.
• Alert, dependable and able to stay focused for long periods.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather and at elevated heights when stationed with welders.