Shipyard Fire Prevention 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 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.