Fire Proofer Journey

Bechtel•Port Arthur, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

Performs industrial fireproofing tasks including repair area preparation, formwork installation, metal lath installation, material mixing, and application in an industrial setting at an operating facility. This role requires the ability to perform fireproofing application tasks, including the finishing of cementitious fireproofing. The position may involve measuring and mixing industrial fireproofing products, which necessitates the use of a half-face respirator. Experience with various application methods such as hand trowel, shot applied, and sprayed (intumescent) is essential. The role includes operating, cleaning, and maintaining equipment like paddle mixers and pumps, as well as safely handling, storing, and labeling materials. Fireproofing work will be conducted both at ground level in active work areas and at heights on installed structural steel and equipment, requiring the use of fall protection and scaffolding. Personnel must be capable of working at heights and familiar with reviewing design documents and construction drawings. Additionally, familiarity with inspection equipment such as depth gauges, durometers, scales, and environmental conditions monitors is necessary. The job also involves installing powder-actuated fasteners and performing fireproofing activities in confined spaces like vessels. Quality control tasks for fireproofing systems are a key responsibility. Punctuality and dependable attendance are required, along with strict adherence to all safety procedures.

Requirements

  • Experience in methods of application including hand trowel, shot applied, and sprayed (intumescent).
  • Must be able to perform fireproofing application tasks including the finishing of cementitious fireproofing.
  • Must have experience in methods of application including hand trowel, shot applied, and sprayed (intumescent).
  • Must be able to use a half-face respirator.
  • Must be capable of working at heights.
  • Familiarity with construction drawings.
  • Familiarity with inspection equipment including depth gauges, durometers, scales, and environmental conditions monitors.
  • Must be punctual and maintain a dependable level of attendance in accordance with project work rules.
  • Must adhere to all safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in repair area preparation, formwork installation, metal lath installation, and material mixing.
  • Experience operating, cleaning, and maintaining equipment including paddle mixers, pumps, and pressure washers.
  • Experience safely handling, storing, and labeling all materials.
  • Experience using fall protection equipment and access scaffolding.
  • Experience installing powder actuated fasteners.
  • Experience performing industrial fireproofing activities in confined spaces such as vessels.
  • Experience performing quality control tasks for fireproofing systems.

Responsibilities

  • Performs industrial fireproofing tasks including repair area preparation, formwork installation, metal lath installation, material mixing, and application in an industrial setting at an operating facility.
  • Performs fireproofing application tasks including the finishing of cementitious fireproofing.
  • Measures and mixes industrial fireproofing products, requiring the use of a half-face respirator.
  • Applies fireproofing using methods including hand trowel, shot applied, and sprayed (intumescent).
  • Operates, cleans, and maintains equipment including paddle mixers, pumps, and pressure washers.
  • Safely handles, stores, and labels all materials.
  • Works at heights on installed structural steel and equipment, utilizing fall protection equipment and access scaffolding.
  • Reviews design documents and is familiar with construction drawings.
  • Utilizes inspection equipment including depth gauges, durometers, scales, and environmental conditions monitors.
  • Installs powder actuated fasteners.
  • Performs industrial fireproofing activities in confined spaces such as vessels.
  • Performs quality control tasks for fireproofing systems.
  • Maintains punctuality and a dependable level of attendance in accordance with project work rules.
  • Adheres to all safety procedures.
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