Job Description

Firewatch

Project Duration:

• 3 days
• 12hrs a day

Project Details

• TWIC card required
• Corpus Christi location

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

This position is responsible for the following: Other duties may be assigned.  

1. Laborers must be familiar with the duties of other craftworkers and with the materials, tools, and machinery they use. All workers in a team must collaborate to carry out assigned construction tasks efficiently. 

1. Perform general clean-up work such as: 

• Sweeping 

• Mopping 

• Repairing 

1. Prepare and maintain a clean work area at production/construction sites. 

1. Before performing any hot work, inspect the area to ensure that all flammable and combustible materials have been removed. 

1. Delivering all safety equipment (including appropriate fire extinguisher) to site. 

1. Staying stationed in the work site such that they can respond quickly to prevent fires. 

1. Conduct frequent inspections of the hot work areas during hot work to ensure the area is still safe and working conditions are favorable.  

1. Assist fitters and welders with setting up equipment like torch hoses, extension cords and welding lines before hot work begins. 

1. Conducting frequent inspections of the hot work areas during hot work to ensure area is still safe and working conditions are favorable. 

1. Reporting fires and accidents to the officer of the deck and Firewatch Coordinator immediately.  

1. Remaining in place for thirty minutes following work performed to clean the area and to ensure worksite conditions remain safe. 

Required Education & Experience: 

1. High School Diploma or GED preferred.  

1. One or more years' experience in Industrial and/or marine industry preferred.  

Working Conditions: 

1. Regular exposure to all weather conditions, especially hot, humid and / or rainy weather, combined with regular work time indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. 

1. Most construction laborers do physically demanding work. Some work at great heights or outdoors in all weather conditions.  

1. Must wear hearing, eye, and other necessary protective equipment. 

1. Some climbing (100 feet) and lifting (50 lbs.) involved. 

Necessary Equipment Operation: 

1. Standard PPE 

Special Skills: 

1. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

1. High performance and a strong team player. 

1. Laborers need manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, good physical fitness, a good sense of balance, and an ability to work as a member of a team. 

1. Ability to carry out directives effectively, and on time. 

1. Having a desire to assist and clean up without the need for direction. 

1. Commitment to company values and safety program. 

It is the individual responsibility of every employee to maintain a current awareness and understanding of appropriate regulations, internal policies and procedures, and to comply fully with those regulations, policies and procedures. 

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of assigned personnel. 

At Gulf Copper & Manufacturing Corporation, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We uphold all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations related to equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, family and medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.

We also prohibit retaliation against anyone who files a complaint, participates in an investigation, or opposes discriminatory practices. Your right to a fair and equitable workplace is a priority for us.

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