Fire Watch/Laborer Position Available In Putnam, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Superior Skilled Trades is hiring a Fire Watch/Laborer in Palatka, FL, offering $16-17 per hour for a 3-month duration. Responsibilities include monitoring work areas for fire hazards, ensuring safety during hot work, maintaining vigilance, and assisting in evacuation procedures. Qualifications include fire safety knowledge, attention to detail, physical stamina, communication skills, and basic firefighting abilities. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US and have reliable transportation.
Job Description
⚐ ⚑ ⚑ Fire Watch/Laborer (Palatka) Superior Skilled Trades compensation: $16.00-17.00 per hour employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Fire Watch/Laborer Superior Skilled Trades is seeking a Fire Watch/Laborer to work in Palatka, FL!
Pay:
$16-17/hour
Duration:
3 months
Shift:
M-Th, 10 hour days. 7:00AM-5:30
PM Start Date:
4/21/2025
Job Description:
- Monitor work areas for fire hazards
- Ensure that areas around hot work (e.g., welding, grinding, or cutting) are safe and that no materials or equipment are at risk of starting a fire.
- Maintain vigilance: Watch the work area, including nearby structures, to quickly detect any signs of smoke or flames.
- Alert personnel: In case of a fire or hazard, immediately notify the workers and appropriate emergency services (e.g., fire department).
- Fire extinguisher readiness: Carry fire extinguishing equipment (e.g., fire extinguisher, fire hose) and be trained to use them effectively.
- Ensure compliance: Follow and enforce safety procedures for fire prevention and emergency response.
- Keep fire watch logs: Document times, actions, and observations during the shift and report any incidents or concerns.
- Assist in evacuation procedures: If a fire breaks out, help workers evacuate safely and direct them to the nearest exit.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Knowledge of fire safety: Understanding of fire prevention methods, fire extinguisher types, and emergency procedures.
- Attention to detail: Ability to spot potential fire hazards and take appropriate action.
- Physical stamina: Ability to remain on alert for extended periods, sometimes in challenging conditions (e.g., heat, noise).
- Communication skills: Clear reporting and the ability to communicate effectively with the team and emergency responders.
- Basic firefighting skills: Knowledge of how to use fire extinguishers or other fire suppression equipment.
Additional Requirements:
- MUST be eligible to work in the United States
- MUST have reliable transportation
- Position requires the use of PPE, including: Steel-Toe work boots, safety vest, hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves
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