Firewatch
Job Description
Corpus Christi, TX
About Austin Industrial
Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries.
To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/industrial.
Firewatch
Will perform various labor-intensive tasks in an industrial setting under the direction of a supervisor or foreman. Responsible for monitoring work areas to prevent fire hazards, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and responding quickly to any fire-related incidents. May assist other craft workers. Other duties may be assigned.
Responsibilities
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Patrol constantly to watch areas of work
- Have an understanding of safety procedures and how to implement them
- Maintain safety features, such as fire extinguishers and alarms, as stated in the safety permit
- Survey the workspace for any potential risks or leaks before, during and after the workday
- Prepare to operate fire extinguishers, water hydrants and hoses
- Remain vigilant on-site whenever employees are doing work
- Keep a record of any risks and solutions
- Contact and inform emergency personnel as soon as any issues arise
- Report and map any signs of smoke
- Clean and repair fire towers when necessary
- Make sure that all lookout equipment is operational
- Clean up any litter and other waste when spotted on the grounds
- Investigate small smoke trails
- Inform visitors of all fire safety policies
- Other duties as assigned.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position
Job Requirements
Qualifications Required for this Position:
Education: no minimum education requirements.
Certification/License: A Valid Driver’s License
Experience: 6+ months experience in an Industrial setting preferred.
Physical, Mental & Environmental Requirements
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
