Portsmouth, Va
2026-05-21Fire Preventer
Pay Range: $15 to $22 per hour
Plus comprehensive benefits
Responsibilities:
- Monitor welding, cutting, grinding, and other hot work operations for fire hazards.
- Conduct fire watch inspections before, during, and after hot work activities.
- Identify, report, and help prevent unsafe conditions that could lead to fires or other safety incidents.
- Maintain fire extinguishers and other fire prevention equipment in designated work areas.
- Assist with hot work permits, fire watch documentation, and related safety paperwork as required.
- Communicate with supervisors, safety personnel, and crew members to maintain a safe work environment.
- Follow OSHA, client, and company safety procedures at all times.
- Remain alert throughout assigned fire watch activities and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous shipyard, industrial, construction, or fire watch experience preferred.
- Knowledge of hot work safety practices and fire prevention procedures.
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations and shipyard safety standards preferred.
- Experience with hot work permits, fire watch documentation, PAI processes, or related safety procedures is a plus.
- Ability to recognize fire hazards and take appropriate action within company procedures.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various weather conditions when required.
- Physically capable of standing, walking, climbing, bending, and performing manual labor throughout the workday.
- Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and commitment to workplace safety.
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Company Information
Tidewater Staffing Offers:
- Weekly Pay
- Full-Time Employment
- Insurance Benefits
- Referral Bonus Program
- Temp-to-Hire Job Opportunities
- Free Training Programs
- Direct Deposit | Money Network Cards
Tidewater Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer*