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Red Badge Firewatch/Tankwatch

Portsmouth, VA

$27.75/hr

Carry and maintain fire extinguisher and required identification * Assist with housekeeping and spotter duties when not actively engaged in fire watch * Coordinate with supervisors and ensure site ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Fire Watch, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Fire Watch, you need a keen attention to detail, strong observational skills, and a basic understanding of fire safety protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with fire detection equipment, emergency communication systems, and completion of OSHA or NFPA fire safety training is commonly required. Dependability, alertness, and effective communication are vital soft skills for reporting hazards and coordinating with team members. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure workplace safety, prevent fires, and respond quickly to emergency situations.

What are the main responsibilities and challenges faced by an Assistant Fire Watch during a typical shift?

As an Assistant Fire Watch, your primary responsibility is to monitor designated areas for potential fire hazards, especially during hot work operations like welding or cutting. A key challenge in this role is maintaining constant vigilance and quick responsiveness in environments that can be noisy, hectic, or subject to frequent changes. You’ll collaborate closely with safety officers, supervisors, and other trades to ensure fire safety protocols are strictly followed. Effective communication and attention to detail are essential, as you'll need to document your observations and report any unsafe conditions immediately. This role provides valuable experience in industrial safety and can serve as a stepping stone to more advanced positions in fire safety or occupational health.

What are Assistant Fire Watch duties?

An Assistant Fire Watch is responsible for monitoring areas where hot work, such as welding or cutting, is being performed to ensure there are no fire hazards. Their primary duties include watching for sparks or flames, ensuring fire extinguishers are nearby, and immediately reporting or responding to any sign of fire. They may also help set up safety barriers, check that proper permits are in place, and maintain constant vigilance during and after the hot work. This role is crucial for preventing workplace fires and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

What is the difference between Assistant Fire Watch vs Fire Watch?

AspectAssistant Fire WatchFire Watch
Required CertificationsFire watch certification, OSHA trainingFire watch certification, OSHA training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial facilitiesConstruction sites, industrial facilities
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, industrial contractorsConstruction sites, manufacturing plants
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Assistant Fire Watch personnel assist in monitoring fire safety during construction or maintenance activities, often working under supervision. Fire Watch staff focus on preventing fires and alerting emergency services if needed. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, with Assistant Fire Watch typically supporting more specific tasks within fire safety teams.

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Fire Watch - Welders Helper

Fire Watch - Welders Helper

Lennox International

Longview, TX • On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Lennox International rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

205th of 416 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Who We Are
Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member's contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.
AES a division of Lennox, was established in 1988 and is one of the largest manufacturers of roof curbs and drop box diffuser systems in the nation. We have recently expanded our capabilities as a single source supplier by adding a Mechanical Services Division as well as becoming a Misc. Steel manufacturer. These new services will reduce construction costs and eliminate coordination with multiple suppliers and subcontractors. Our focus will be to enhance the services provided to our General Contractor network nationwide. AES has 4 different fabrication facility locations nationwide to assist our customers and reduce their freight cost and shipment lead times.
What Drives Success
Lennox AES has immediate position available for Fire Watch/Welders Helper to assist Certified Welders.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
  • Assist certified welders with daily welding tasks
  • Provide Firewatch duties for welders
  • Receive training and be capable of extinguishing fires.
  • Ability to travel throughout the U.S. on 3 to 4 week deployment cycles
  • Learn safety policies and deploy proper safety equipment for welding duties
  • Ability to become authorized and operate scissor lifts
  • Work with Welder's closely to ensure work performance is met

What We Are Looking For
  • Ability to work overtime
  • Willingness to travel: 100% (Required)
  • Work Location: On the road
  • Language: English (Required)
  • License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)
  • National Background Check
  • Requires a high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Employment Pre-requisites (ALL Candidates)
  • Pass a pre-employment drug screening
  • Have a clean driving record and valid driver's license to operate company vehicle
  • Work after hours
  • Ability and willingness to travel frequently throughout the U.S.

What We Offer
Compensation: This is an hourly non-exempt role. The starting pay range for this role and market is $18/hour. Factors that may affect starting pay include geography/market, and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible to earn overtime when they work more than 40 hours in a week (or as otherwise required by state law).
Benefits: Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.
Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 10 days paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Our Culture: At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture - which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member's contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you'll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!
Disclaimers:The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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