Shipyard Fire Preventer

Pay: $23–$24 per hour

Tidewater Staffing is hiring Shipyard Fire Preventers for immediate opportunities in the Hampton Roads shipyard industry.

Candidates must have a Secret Clearance OR qualifying shipyard badge to be considered. Red badge holders are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor hot work areas for potential fire hazards
• Watch for sparks, slag, heat, and other ignition hazards
• Maintain a safe area around welding, burning, and other hot work
• Remain alert and at the assigned station throughout hot work operations
• Immediately report unsafe conditions or signs of fire
• Follow all shipyard, company, and site-specific safety procedures
• Maintain required PPE and safety equipment

Requirements

• Secret Clearance OR qualifying shipyard badge required
• Red badge holders highly encouraged to apply
• Green badge holders may also qualify
• Dependable attendance and reliable transportation
• Ability to remain attentive for extended periods
• Ability to work safely in an active shipyard environment
• Previous shipyard, military, industrial, or firewatch experience is a plus

What Tidewater Staffing Offers

Tidewater Staffing has been putting people to work throughout Hampton Roads since 1992. We support our shipyard workforce with safety training, certifications, access credentials, and opportunities to build experience within the maritime industry.

Pay: $23–$24/hour

Have the clearance or badge and ready to work?

Contact Tidewater Staffing’s Portsmouth office at 757-391-0100 or stop by today.

We’d love to put you to work!