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Hole Watch Jobs (NOW HIRING)

LABORER (CIVIL)

Tucson, AZ

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Fire-watch, Bottle-watch or Hole-watch duties. * Operate limited types of equipment. * Thorough knowledge of roles and responsibilities of the craft being supported. * Identify safety hazards you or ...

LABORER (CIVIL)

Tucson, AZ

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Fire-watch, Bottle-watch or Hole-watch duties. * Operate limited types of equipment. * Thorough knowledge of roles and responsibilities of the craft being supported. * Identify safety hazards you or ...

LABORER (CIVIL)

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Fire-watch, Bottle-watch or Hole-watch duties. * Operate limited types of equipment. * Thorough knowledge of roles and responsibilities of the craft being supported. * Identify safety hazards you or ...

Perform fire watch and/or confined space hole watch ; Identify building materials, fasteners, and adhesives Job Requirements Mental Demands: Understand and carry out oral instructions; Read and carry ...

Perform fire watch and/or confined space hole watch ; Identify building materials, fasteners, and adhesives Job Requirements Mental Demands: Understand and carry out oral instructions; Read and carry ...

Perform fire watch and/or confined space hole watch ; Identify building materials, fasteners, and adhesives Job Requirements Mental Demands: Understand and carry out oral instructions; Read and carry ...

Perform fire watch and/or confined space hole watch ; Identify building materials, fasteners, and adhesives Job Requirements Mental Demands : Understand and carry out oral instructions; Read and ...

Perform fire watch and/or confined space hole watch ; Identify building materials, fasteners, and adhesives Job Requirements Mental Demands : Understand and carry out oral instructions; Read and ...

Support confined space, tank, and compartment entry preparations as directed. * Assist with fire watch, hole watch, and safety-related duties when assigned. * Move materials through vessels, dry ...

Crew Composition (per team) - DOE 2 × Confined Space Entrants 2 × Safety Attendants / Hole Watch 1 × Entry Supervisor / Operator (trailer-mounted winch) Key Responsibilities Enter manholes and ...

Cable Technician (ID# 599)

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Crew Composition (per team) - DOE • 2 × Confined Space Entrants • 2 × Safety Attendants / Hole Watch • 1 × Entry Supervisor / Operator (trailer-mounted winch) Key Responsibilities • Enter ...

Laborer

Emporia, VA

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Act as Fire-Watch, Hole-Watch or Bottle-Watch. * Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision. QUALIFICATIONS: * Employee may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

Laborer

Emporia, VA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Act as Fire-Watch, Hole-Watch or Bottle-Watch. * Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision. QUALIFICATIONS: * Employee may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

Laborer

Emporia, KS

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Act as Fire-Watch, Hole-Watch or Bottle-Watch. * Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision. QUALIFICATIONS: * Employee may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

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How much do hole watch jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for hole watch in the United States is $18.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a hole watch do?

As a Hole Watch, your primary responsibility is to remain stationed at the entrance of a confined space and continuously monitor the safety of the workers inside. You'll regularly check environmental monitoring equipment, maintain clear communication with team members, and ensure that all safety procedures and entry permits are followed. In the event of an emergency, you must quickly alert the team and initiate the appropriate rescue or evacuation process. The role requires unwavering attentiveness, as you serve as a critical safeguard for the well-being of your coworkers in potentially hazardous environments.

What is a hole watch?

A Hole Watch, also known as a Confined Space Attendant, is responsible for monitoring workers inside confined spaces to ensure their safety. They maintain constant communication, watch for hazards such as toxic gases or low oxygen levels, and initiate emergency procedures if needed. Their primary duty is to enforce safety protocols and ensure workers can exit safely in case of an emergency. Hole Watch personnel must be trained in confined space safety regulations and emergency response.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the hole watch position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hole Watch, you need a strong awareness of safety protocols, attention to detail, and the ability to monitor confined spaces, often requiring a basic understanding of workplace safety procedures. Familiarity with gas detection equipment, communication devices, and sometimes certification in confined space entry or OSHA safety training is typically expected. Strong observational skills, reliability, and clear communication enable you to react quickly and effectively in emergency situations. These skills are vital to ensure the safety of workers in confined spaces and to help prevent accidents or hazardous incidents on job sites.

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Infographic showing various Hole Watch job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,856 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

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Job description

Summary: Take direction from a skilled worker or foreman to assist crew in construction duties. Performs any combination of following tasks to receive, store, and distribute material, tools, equipment, and products within establishments.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

  • To work well with supervision.
  • Furnish tools and materials for others in their crew.
  • Work with various hand tools.
  • Fire-watch, Bottle-watch or Hole-watch duties.
  • Operate limited types of equipment.
  • Thorough knowledge of roles and responsibilities of the craft being supported.
  • Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
  • Perform all other job related duties as requested by supervision.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Must have over three (3) years of maintenance/turnaround/construction/ or mechanical experience and knowledge of basic hand tools. Must be able to pass Craft Helper proficiency testing at or above 70%. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol screen and if hired, will be subject to random drug & alcohol testing during the course of employment. Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Physical Requirements:

  • Stand or walk for long periods
  • Use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects
  • Lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds
  • Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects and carry tools and equipment
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.


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