Fire Preventer Coordinator

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com • Norfolk, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics NASSCO is seeking 3 Fire Preventer Coordinators to join their Fire Preventer Shop in Norfolk, Virginia. This role is responsible for maintaining watch over hot work to prevent fires from occurring in accordance with company policies and procedures. The hours for this position are 0600-1445.

Requirements

• Fire Watch Training Certification including NAVSEA Standard 009-07 (3.3.1)
• A minimum of two year’s 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 a pre-employment drug screen
• Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Have a 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 (5) feet

Nice To Haves

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed