Shipyard Fire Watch Technician

Vigor Marine LLC; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Vigor Marine LLC seeks a Fire Watch professional to support hot work safety across shipyard operations. You will monitor fire watch duties, maintain extinguishers, and ensure permits and site precautions are in place.

The role requires attention to safety protocols, teamwork under a foreman, and ability to move between yard areas. A high school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience, plus four-hour fire watch certification, are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 3 years relevant work experience.
• Four-hour fire watch certification must be obtained prior to first day.

Responsibilities

• Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures.
• Performs fire watch duties supporting shipyard projects.
• Performs general cleanup of the area before hot work begins.
• Works in a team environment under the supervision of a foreman.
• Properly cares for and safely uses tools and all company property.
• Maintains fire extinguisher readiness and required equipment.

Skills

Fire watch certification

Safety awareness

Unsafe condition recognition

Fire watch setup/monitoring

Vessel/shipyard layout knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

3 years relevant work experience

Tools

Fire safety equipment

Fire extinguisher handling

Job description

Vigor Marine LLC seeks a Fire Watch professional to support hot work safety across shipyard operations. You will monitor fire watch duties, maintain extinguishers, and ensure permits and site precautions are in place.

The role requires attention to safety protocols, teamwork under a foreman, and ability to move between yard areas. A high school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience, plus four-hour fire watch certification, are preferred.