Firewatch/Laborer (Eastover, SC) - Austin Industrial

Austin Industrial • Eastover, SC

89d

About The Position

Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries. Our employee-owners, equipped with innovative technology and optimized procedures, helps owners optimize safety, productivity, profit margins, and cost-efficiency. The General Laborer/Firewatch will perform various labor-intensive tasks in an industrial setting under the direction of a supervisor or foreman. May operate a variety of hand and power tools. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble and debris and remove waste materials. May assist other craft workers. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• No minimum education requirements.
• 6+ months experience in an Industrial setting preferred but not required.
• Must pass medical, as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a safety-related position is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify potential hazards.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively relay information to team members.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure during emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction sites for potential fire hazards.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and protocols.
• Act as the first line of defense in case of fire emergencies.
• Report any unsafe conditions or incidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain clear communication with team members regarding safety practices.
• Conduct regular inspections of fire safety equipment and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Matching 401K plan

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods