Fire Preventer Coordinator

General Dynamics NASSCO (NASSCO) is a ship repair company located in Norfolk, Virginia. We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Fire Preventer Shop. We are looking for 3 Fire Preventer Coordinators.

Hours:

. Security Clearance:
No Clearance.

The Fire Preventer Coordinator is responsible for maintaining watch over hot work to prevent fires from occurring in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Fire Watch Training Certification including NAVSEA Standard 009-07 (3.3.1)
• Minimum of two years of 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
• Able 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
• Identification of hazardous materials and working conditions and application of 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

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of weight. Repetitive or prolonged walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, climbing, bending, balancing, and lifting. Lifting body weight, reaching, handling, pushing/pulling, leaning and seeing. Hearing warning signals, reading and comprehending safety instructions and work planning sequence. Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Must maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee’s work area.

Reports to the Shop Foreman / General Foreman. This position has no direct reports.

• Observe hot work and ensure fires do not start by keeping the area free of flammable materials
• Extinguish fires as necessary
• Clean ships, piers, dry docks and other working areas using brooms and water hoses
• Assure fire extinguishers are operational and within reach

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Call . This contact information is for accommodation requests only, not to inquire about the status of applications. NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer.

Nearest Major Market:
Hampton Roads

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