Fire Watch at International Marine and Industrial Applicators, LLC in Seattle, Washington

Job Description:

IMIA,LLC is the only national marine surface preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full time workforce that ensures that a quality product is delivered on time every time. IMIA, LLC has the equipment, seasoned deckplate supervision and mechanics, as well as rigorous corporate safety and quality programs and financial strength to support our customer's preservation needs in a truly superior and comprehensive fashion.





IMIA, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:



•Health

•Dental

•Vision

•Life

•LTD

•Accident

•Critical Illness

•401k



Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company's Employee Assistance Program.



Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

JOB TITLE: Fire Watch

REPORTS TO: Superintendent or Foreman

PAY RANGE: $16.00 - $20.00 Hourly DOE

Summary of position: Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment by watching out for and proactively reacting to fire hazards while employees perform their assigned jobs. Maintain conditions and requirements stated on the posted hot work permit.

Required Education: High school or equivalent.

Required Experience: 1-year experience in the Marine Industry.

Required Skills: Must be knowledgeable in various types of fire extinguishing equipment from readiness of through operation. Must be able to read and interpret instructions provided in performance of this job function and convey these instructions when required by others. Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with other employees and shipyard personnel. Must take direction and carry out the specified work scope.

Physical Requirements: At the discretion of the supervisor, position will be required to either sit or stand. Position is regularly required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl at various heights and confined spaces; required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, grip, or handle; regularly required to safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; required use of vision to see up close, distance, and peripherally, as well as depth perception and ability to adjust focus in low light conditions. May be required to wear a respirator to safely perform assigned tasks.

Mental Requirements: Must be able to carry out and give verbal instructions. Able to sit or stand for prolong periods of time watching production workers while they perform assigned work. Capable of making split minute decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equipment Used: Various types of fire extinguishing equipment.

Working Conditions: Typical work environment is dusty, noisy, and confined. Exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, fumes, ambient weather conditions, and hazardous machinery is characteristic as well. Often works on scaffolds and ladders. To avoid injury, safety clothing required along with safety devices to protect eyes, head, or hearing. Possible shift variations may be required in the performance of this job.

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