Firewatch

Job Listing ID:

4489917

Job Title:

Firewatch Application Deadline:

06/12/2026

Job Location:

Portland

Date Posted:

05/13/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Rotating 

Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned. Successfully performs work as an individual, as a member of a single craft, or a multi-craft work crew. Performs work with minimal supervision. Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures. Performs fire watch duties supporting shipyard projects. Performs general cleanup of the area before hot work begins. Works in a team environment under the supervision of a foreman. Properly cares for and safely uses tools and all company property. Obtains and maintains a fully pressurized fire extinguisher. Ensures the 1 ½' fire hose is readily available and pressurized when needed. Ensures that hot work permit and potential marine chemist certificate are executed and posted before hot work begins. Checks general precautions on hot work permit prior to hot work beginning. Maintains awareness of fire alarm systems and procedures. Maintains safety procedures throughout area when performing roving or zone fire watch duties. Utilizes and applies fire-retardant cloth in hot work areas, as necessary. Responsible for proper utilization of fire extinguishers: CO2 and water pressure extinguishers. Responsible for replacing used extinguishers as soon as they have been discharged. Incumbent performs similar work in all areas of the yard as the need arises.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to use tank signals to start work and air horn or whistle to convey warnings. Ability to pass fire watch certification which includes a four-hour slide show and hands on demonstration of firefighting techniques. Recognizes and resolves unsafe working conditions and corrects by removing flammable materials or wetting down dry planks. Ability to set up and monitor the operation of fire watch services. Familiarity with the general layout of a vessel and its tanks, spaces, and other compartments.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED preferred. 3 years relevant work experience. Proven skills, work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Four-hour fire watch certification must be obtained prior to, on first day of work. Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.

Job Classification:

Security Guards Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation

Salary:

$28.66 per Hour Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 3 years

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A