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FIRE WATCH | PRECAST PROJECT

Muskogee, OK ยท On-site

$17 - $18.50/hr

NOW HIRING - FIRE WATCH | PRECAST PROJECT Arrow Staffing Services / Arrow Capital Resources is ... dependable and safety-conscious Must be able to remain alert and monitor work areas for fire ...

Fire Watch

San Ysidro, CA

$17.25 - $21.50/hr

General Laborers Fire Watch Cable Pullers Trade Helpers Pay rate is based on experience. Work Tasks Include: Must be comfortable and willing to work in heights and confined spaces. Must be able to ...

As a plant fire watch for Premier Tech Growers and Consumers, you will be part of a team that ... Rotating through the facility on an hourly basis ensuring the overall safety of the plant and ...

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor to join our team of medical professionals in the Bullock Correctional Facility in Union Springs, Alabama. As a Correctional Safety Watch Monitor ...

Fire Watch Monitor

Cordova, IL ยท On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

The Fire Watch Monitors and logs the movement of tools and materials in and out of the FME Zone, patrols areas of work for safety of work environment Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive ...

Safety Watch

Graniteville, SC ยท On-site

$33K - $44K/yr

Monitor work areas for hazardous conditions, including fire, gas leaks, toxic atmospheres, or ... Conduct safety inspections and report hazards to supervisors. * Assist with emergency response ...

Safety Watch

Graniteville, SC ยท On-site

$14/hr

Monitor work areas for hazardous conditions, including fire, gas leaks, toxic atmospheres, or ... Conduct safety inspections and report hazards to supervisors. * Assist with emergency response ...

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor to join our team of medical professionals in the Hamilton Correctional Facility in Hamilton, Alabama. We currenty have a PRN position available! As ...

Safety Watch

Graniteville, SC ยท On-site

$14/hr

Monitor work areas for hazardous conditions, including fire, gas leaks, toxic atmospheres, or ... Conduct safety inspections and report hazards to supervisors. * Assist with emergency response ...

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How much do fire watch safety watch jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for fire watch safety watch in the United States is $55,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $60,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fire Watch Safety Watch vs Fire Extinguisher Technician?

AspectFire Watch Safety WatchFire Extinguisher Technician
CertificationsOSHA Fire Watch Certification, Basic Safety TrainingFire Extinguisher Certification, OSHA Fire Safety Training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial areas, during hot workInspection, maintenance, and recharge of fire extinguishers in various facilities
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, industrial, manufacturingFire safety service companies, facilities management
Common Search & ComparisonFire Watch vs Fire Extinguisher Technician

Fire Watch Safety Watch personnel primarily monitor for fire hazards during construction or hot work, ensuring safety compliance. Fire Extinguisher Technicians focus on inspecting, maintaining, and recharging fire extinguishers. While both roles involve fire safety, Fire Watch Safety Watch is more about prevention during specific activities, whereas Fire Extinguisher Technicians handle equipment maintenance and readiness.

How hard is it to get a job as a fire watch safety watch?

Securing a fire watch safety watch position typically requires minimal formal education but may require a certification such as OSHA fire watch training. Employers often look for good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in various environments, with jobs sometimes available on short notice or for temporary assignments. The difficulty depends on local demand and the applicant's availability and compliance with safety regulations.

What qualifications do you need for a fire watch safety watch job?

Fire watch safety watch jobs typically require a high school diploma or equivalent, along with training in fire safety procedures. Certification in fire watch or related safety courses is often preferred, and good observation skills and the ability to remain alert are essential. Some positions may require a valid driver's license and the ability to work in various environments and shifts.

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Infographic showing various Fire Watch Safety Watch job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,813 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Fire Watch / Tank Watch (Red Badge)

Newport News, VA โ€ข On-site

Labor One Staffing
Recruiting and Staffing Servicesย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Maintain continuous watch at designated hot work or confined space locations for the full duration of the operation.

  • Verify that permits and certificates are valid, current, and posted, and ensure all atmospheric testing has been performed and documented.

  • Monitor atmospheric conditions, control access to work areas, and respond to unsafe conditions or emergencies.


Job description

Labor One is seeking Fire Watch / Tank Watch (Red Badge)
The Fire Watch / Tank Watch Specialist ensures the safety of personnel and equipment during hot work, confined space, and preservation operations aboard U.S. Navy vessels and associated facilities.

This position provides continuous monitoring of fire and confined-space hazards, enforces all NAVSEA, OSHA, and AMP United safety procedures, and maintains compliance with NAVSEA Standard Items 009-07 and 009-74, as well as 29 CFR 1915 Subpart P (Fire Protection in Shipyard Employment).

Strong situational awareness and ability to remain focused for extended periods.

Effective verbal communication with supervisors and entrants via radio or direct voice.

Ability to enforce safety boundaries and take decisive action in emergency conditions.

Accurate documentation and attention to detail when completing watch logs and checklists.

Understanding of Navy ship compartments, labeling, and restricted-area protocols.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Maintain continuous watch at designated hot work or confined space locations for the full duration of the operation.

  • Verify that Hot Work Permits, Confined Space Entry Permits, and Gas-Free Certificates are valid, current, and posted.

  • Ensure that all required atmospheric testing has been performed and documented by a Shipyard Competent Person or Marine Chemist prior to entry and at required intervals.

  • Monitor atmospheric conditions and ensure proper ventilation and lighting are established and maintained throughout the job.

  • Control access to assigned areas, ensuring only authorized personnel enter the workspace.

  • Remain alert for signs of fire, smoke, fumes, or unsafe atmospheric changes; immediately stop work and notify supervision if unsafe conditions occur.

  • Know how to operate and inspect fire extinguishers; identify and use the correct extinguishing agent for each class of fire per NSTM 555 (V1/V2).

  • Understand procedures for sounding alarms, contacting the Officer of the Deck (OOD), and guiding response personnel back to the scene.

  • Remain on station for at least 30 minutes after completion of hot work to ensure no smoldering or re-ignition occurs.

  • Maintain accurate log entries for atmospheric readings, ventilation checks, personnel entry/exit times, and fire-watch intervals.

  • Participate in pre-job briefs, toolbox talks, and post-job debriefs with AMP United and NNSY Supervisors.

  • Comply with all PPE, respiratory protection, and fall-protection requirements.

  • Support AMP Unitedโ€™s zero-incident culture through active participation in hazard identification and housekeeping.

Training and Certification Requirements:

  • Fire Watch Qualification Course

  • Hazard Communication

  • Respiratory Protection

  • Fall Protection

  • Fire Watch / Tank Watch

  • Shipyard Mandatory Annual Training

  • First Aid / CPR certification


Security and Access Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and pass all background, drug, and security checks.

  • Must possess a Secret Clearance.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Prior experience as a Fire Watch, Tank Watch, or Preservation Laborer in a shipyard or industrial environment. At least 1 year of experience.

  • Familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items.

If you are interested submit your resume to Lmorales@laboronetx.com or Ehinojosa@laboronetx.com


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About Labor One Staffing

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Labor One specializes in matching skilled craft laborers with marine and industrial services needs throughout Texas, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia and California. We ensure our clients receive the right candidates they need, while providing reliable work to our wide network of talent. At Labor One, our mission is to create partnerships between clients and staff within the marine and industrial services fields in order to create greater productivity and satisfaction for both. By utilizing a unique recruitment process, our mission is to create a wide network of vetted and qualified talent from which we can draw in order to create these mutually beneficial relationships. We envision, and are implementing, staffing solutions that deliver skilled, timely, and affordable labor to our clients. We also envision, and are implementing, a recruitment process that prepares job candidates for placement in jobs where their skills and training are useful, valued, and rewarded.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Brownsville, TX, US

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