Firewatch Red Badge

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Firewatch Red Badge, a vital role dedicated to ensuring safety and compliance during construction or maintenance projects involving fire safety systems. As a Firewatch Red Badge, you will serve as the frontline guardian of fire prevention protocols, monitoring work sites to prevent fire hazards, and ensuring adherence to all relevant fire codes and safety standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to public safety, support construction teams, and uphold rigorous fire protection practices in a fast-paced environment. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help safeguard personnel, property, and the surrounding community.

Duties

• Maintain constant vigilance on construction sites or work areas where fire hazards are present, acting as the designated Firewatch personnel with a valid Red Badge certification.
• Monitor the use of fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and other fire suppression equipment to ensure proper operation during construction activities.
• Conduct regular inspections for potential fire hazards, including checking for proper storage of flammable materials and ensuring compliance with building and fire safety codes.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as respiratory protection and appropriate clothing to ensure safety during all activities.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations by executing established emergency response procedures, including alerting authorities and assisting in evacuations if necessary.
• Document all inspections, incidents, and safety checks accurately in logs and reports for compliance verification and recordkeeping purposes.
• Collaborate with construction supervisors, safety teams, and local authorities to enforce adherence to International Fire Code (IFC), NFPA standards (National Fire Protection Association), and other relevant regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid Firewatch Red Badge certification demonstrating specialized training in fire safety monitoring and hazard prevention.
• Proven experience in construction inspection, fire prevention inspections, or related safety roles within construction or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of building code analysis, life safety building codes, fire codes and regulations, including NFPA standards.
• Familiarity with system design principles related to sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and fire apparatus operation.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly with team members, contractors, and emergency responders.
• Experience supervising or leading safety teams is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions while maintaining focus on safety protocols.

Join us in protecting lives and property by ensuring that every project complies with the highest standards of fire safety! Your dedication will help create safer environments for workers and communities alike while advancing your expertise in fire prevention systems and building code compliance.

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22