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Laborer Fire Watch Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Laborer

Chula Vista, CA ยท On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Performs a variety of general manual labor tasks including, but not limited to, lifting and moving ... Perform duties as Fire Watch. * Participates in special projects as required. * Employees may be ...

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Laborer Fire Watch information

What is the difference between Laborer Fire Watch vs Construction Laborer?

AspectLaborer Fire WatchConstruction Laborer
CertificationsFire Watch Certification often requiredOSHA 10/30-hour training typically required
Work EnvironmentMonitoring fire hazards, standing watch at construction sitesGeneral construction sites, manual labor tasks
Employer & IndustryConstruction, industrial, or maintenance projectsConstruction, infrastructure, and building projects

While both roles are involved in construction environments, a Laborer Fire Watch specifically focuses on monitoring fire hazards and ensuring safety during hot work, often requiring fire watch certification. Construction Laborers perform a broader range of manual tasks on-site. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position based on certifications and work duties.

How to get hired as a laborer fire watch?

To get hired as a laborer fire watch, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, basic knowledge of fire safety protocols, and sometimes certification in fire watch or related safety training. Employers often prefer candidates with physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in outdoor or construction environments. Applying through construction companies, staffing agencies, or directly to job postings with relevant experience can improve chances of employment.

What cities in California are hiring for Laborer Fire Watch jobs?

Cities in California with the most Laborer Fire Watch job openings:

Infographic showing various Laborer Fire Watch job openings in California as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Now Hiring: Structural Welder Journeyperson-3203

San Diego, CA โ€ข On-site

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

$22.75 - $30/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Labor One is Structural Welders for Ship Repair project in San Diego, California.

(4) years of welding experience is required.

Please contact our team for more information!

Cell: (619)484-7267 ; (619)657-5507 or (858)717-1672

*Please send us a text if we don't answer*

Walk-ins Accepted! Apply today!

1625 Hoover Avenue National City, CA 91950

Office Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Job Description:

This position is responsible for accomplishing, with minimal supervision, production welding on a ship or in a shop to support structural repairs and modernization of marine vessels including US Naval Vessels, Military Sealift Command, and commercial ships. The qualifications and general capabilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability desired by the shipyard.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
1. Must be able to comprehend instructions, drawings, and general correspondence.
2. Must have a working knowledge of ship repair terminology and ship compartment naming convention.
3. Must be physically and medically capable to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the job as prescribed under OSHA standards. PPE includes hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.)
4. Must be able to effectively confer job related information to the supervisor.
5. Must understand SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW.
6. Must be able to certify in all positions:
• SMAW Full Penetration weld with permanent backing (ceramic and metal)
• FCAW Full Penetration weld with permanent backing (ceramic and metal)
• GMAW Full Penetration weld with permanent backing (ceramic and metal)
7. Must be able to interpret drawings, specifications, and Navy/MSC/ABS standards manuals.
8. Must possess a working knowledge of welding equipment and work processes used in marine welding.
9. Must be able to operate and care for welding equipment, portable power tools, and hand tools used to accomplish assigned work.
10. Be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
11. Must understand the US customary and metric measurement system.
12. Must have up to four (4) years of welding experience in a related field.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Communicate with and provide direction to the welding helper and fire watch as needed to complete the assigned tasks.
2. Communicate explicitly with the Fire Watch and do not commence hot work until the area is ready in accordance with fire prevention protocol. .
3. Arrive at the designated work site at the assigned time and end the shift as directed by the schedule and your supervisor.
4. Work shifts and overtime as assigned.
5. Be accountable for completion of daily work assignments.6. Comply with OSHA standards and the shipyards best safety practices.
7. Keep your work area clean and safe at all times, especially at the end of the shift.
8. Provide quality work and Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) as required by the work specifications or assigned by the supervisor.
9. Comply with the Company's “Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy” which expects that all relationships among persons in the workplace will be businesslike and free of bias, prejudice, and harassment.
10. Carry out written or oral instructions. Confer with the supervisor to resolve unexpected events related to your assigned task.
Work Tasks Include:
a. Prepare work area for hot work, including checking hot work certifications at the work site and adjacent areas.
b. Prepare surfaces for production welding by inspecting joints and cleaning as required.
c. Inspect welds for defects. Confer with supervision before correcting deficiencies.
d. Document existing conditions.
e. Become familiar with applicable safety requirements before commencing work.
f. Ensure Lock-out Tag-out has been correctly accomplished.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The working environment in the shipyard varies from a normal office conditions to working outside where precipitation, wind, extreme cold, and extreme heat and high humidity are not unusual. When working inside of vessels the environment may be smoky, hot or cold, and have low levels of illumination may be present.
There are heavy equipment and power tools operating almost at every location. Depending on the type of work available, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job requirements.
Personnel can expect to work in a variety of spaces from confined areas accessible only by manholes to high platforms accessible only by scaffolding or ladders. Work may also be accomplished using mechanical lifts as working platforms.
The noise level in the shipyard environment is usually loud, especially inside of vessels. The noise encountered in the shop is generally low to moderate. The wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment is mandatory.
There is always the potential of falling objects and personnel are occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts during work. Appropriate PPE must always be worn.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to tour all vessels, piers, docks and work sites.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to sit.


SPECIFIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: May be required to demonstrate any or all requirements.

1. Lift/push/pull 75 lbs lbs on an occasional basis (0-33% of the day).
2. Lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs on a frequent basis (34-66% of the day).
3. Perform prolonged standing (2-3 hours). Bend, squat crouch, crawl and kneel.
4. Climb in a safe manner (climbing, includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders and ramps).
5. Work at a variety of levels and positions (ex. Waist, eye, above head).
6. Good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles.
7. Sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment.
8. Access work areas through 18” x 36” openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time (33-66% of the day).
9. Respond to visual, verbal, and audible sounds/commands.
10. Work at heights above 12' from ladders, scaffolding, and manlifts.
11. Fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down.
12. Perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.
13. Turn head from side to side and about on the vertical axis. Turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis.
**3rd Shift**
40 hours a week/OT on approval
Testing 2G/3G Flux Core (2 plates Only)

Labor One Staffing 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.


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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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