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Tidewater Staffing

Fire Preventer

Portsmouth, VA

$80K - $108K/yr

Ensure compliance with NAVSEA requirements, shipyard regulations, and client safety procedures. * Complete required fire watch logs, permits, and documentation. * Report unsafe conditions, incidents ...

Tidewater Staffing

Fire Preventer

Chesapeake, VA

$16 - $20/hr

Ensure compliance with NAVSEA requirements, shipyard regulations, and client safety procedures. * Complete required fire watch logs, permits, and documentation. * Report unsafe conditions, incidents ...

Tidewater Staffing

Fire Preventer

Norfolk, VA

$80K - $108K/yr

Ensure compliance with NAVSEA requirements, shipyard regulations, and client safety procedures. * Complete required fire watch logs, permits, and documentation. * Report unsafe conditions, incidents ...

Tidewater Staffing

$16 - $20/hr

Ensure compliance with NAVSEA requirements, shipyard regulations, and client safety procedures. * Complete required fire watch logs, permits, and documentation. * Report unsafe conditions, incidents ...

Aerotek

Laborer

Portland, OR

$23/hr

Navy vessels in a fast-paced shipyard environment. This role combines fire watch duties, general labor, and hands-on support for skilled marine trades professionals , providing valuable exposure to ...

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How much do overnight fire watch shipyard jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight fire watch shipyard in the United States is $25.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Fire Watch Shipyard vs Overnight Security Guard Shipyard?

AspectOvernight Fire Watch ShipyardOvernight Security Guard Shipyard
CertificationsFire watch certification, OSHA safety trainingSecurity guard license, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentShipyard, industrial sites, areas with fire hazardsShipyard, industrial sites, perimeter security
Employer & Industry UsageShipbuilding, repair yards, industrial facilitiesShipyard security, industrial security services

Overnight Fire Watch Shipyard and Overnight Security Guard Shipyard roles both require OSHA safety training, but the fire watch position focuses on monitoring for fire hazards, while security guards primarily prevent unauthorized access. Both roles operate in shipyard environments but serve different safety and security functions.

Are overnight fire watch shipyard jobs still a thing?

Overnight fire watch shipyard jobs are still available and are essential for safety during construction, maintenance, or repair of ships. These roles typically require knowledge of fire safety protocols, the use of fire suppression equipment, and adherence to safety regulations, often working overnight shifts in shipyard environments.

How hard is it to get a job as an overnight fire watch shipyard?

Getting a job as an overnight fire watch in a shipyard typically requires relevant safety training, certifications such as fire watch or OSHA compliance, and experience with fire prevention procedures. The position often involves shift work and working in a hazardous environment, but entry can be accessible for those with proper qualifications and safety awareness.
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Infographic showing various Overnight Fire Watch Shipyard job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,672 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Fire Preventer

Tidewater Staffing

Portsmouth, VA

$80K - $108K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Fire Preventer (Active Secret Clearance Required)

Location: Norfolk & Portsmouth Shipyards, Hampton Roads, VA
Schedule: Full-Time | Overtime Available
Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Position Summary

Tidewater Staffing is seeking Fire Preventers to support Navy ship repair, maintenance, and modernization projects in the Hampton Roads area. This position is responsible for monitoring hot work operations, identifying fire hazards, maintaining fire prevention equipment, and helping ensure a safe work environment aboard vessels and within shipyard facilities.

Candidates must possess an active Secret Security Clearance and be able to work in a fast-paced shipyard environment.

Responsibilities
  • Monitor welding, cutting, grinding, brazing, and other hot work operations.
  • Conduct fire watch and fire prevention inspections before, during, and after hot work activities.
  • Identify and eliminate potential fire hazards within assigned work areas.
  • Maintain fire extinguishers and other fire prevention equipment in a ready state.
  • Monitor surrounding compartments and adjacent spaces for sparks, smoke, heat transfer, or other hazards.
  • Ensure compliance with NAVSEA requirements, shipyard regulations, and client safety procedures.
  • Complete required fire watch logs, permits, and documentation.
  • Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses to supervision immediately.
  • Assist during emergency situations and support site safety efforts as needed.
  • Maintain clear communication with supervisors, safety personnel, and production teams.
Qualifications
  • Active Secret Security Clearance required.
  • Previous Fire Preventer, Fire Watch, Industrial Safety, or Shipyard experience preferred.
  • Ability to recognize and respond to potential fire hazards.
  • Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
  • Ability to work independently and remain alert throughout assigned shifts.
  • Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
  • Fire Watch or Fire Prevention Training
  • CPR / First Aid Certification
  • Shipyard experience
  • Confined Space Training
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and vessel access points.
  • Ability to work aboard ships, in dry docks, and in industrial environments.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and patrol work areas for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators when required.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with active security clearances are encouraged to apply.

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About Tidewater Staffing

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Since 1992, Tidewater Staffing, Inc. (TSI) has been providing unrivaled workforce solutions for our clients in the ship repair, warehousing, and light industrial/manufacturing industries. Through the years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to solving staffing challenges efficiently, economically, and with integrity by embodying our mission statement: “Put people to work. Do the right thing every day.” Our deep industry experience and established local presence allow us to maintain a consistent, updated, and expansive network of skilled candidates, and our proprietary digital onboarding process. When you partner with Tidewater Staffing, you get employees who are trained, screened, supplied, and access to our proprietary digital onboarding process.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Virginia Beach, VA, US

Year founded

1992

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