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Fire WatchTank Watch Laborers (ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED)


Job Location:

Portsmouth, OH - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 23 - 24
Posted: 29 September 2026 (30 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Here at Global - a 1st Flagship Company () a woman-owned small business we are committed to Individual Accountability Growth Integrity and Respect. As a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management we have proudly supported the Department of the Navy since 1964 managing operating and maintaining the U.S. Navy fleet in locations such as Norfolk Philadelphia Bremerton California and Hawaii.

We are currently seeking skilled candidates for Fire Watch/Tank Watch Laborers for potential projects in Norfolk VA. This opportunity involves hands-on labor working at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard offering a dynamic and fast-paced environment for experienced professionals.

Note: This position has scheduled start dates of September 1st and September 8th.

What Youll Be Doing:

  • Actively patrolling shipyard work areas particularly where hot work activities (welding griding cutting etc.) are taking place to identify and mitigate fire hazards.
  • Maintaining continuous vigilance to monitor and report unsafe conditions.
  • Ensuring fire safety equipment such as fire extinguishers is readily available and in good working order.
  • Identifying and immediately reporting hazards or unsafe practices that could lead to fire incidents.
  • Responding promptly to fire alarms and fire-related emergencies.
  • Accurately recording and communicating any incidents or concerns to supervisors.
  • Complying with OSHA regulations and all applicable safety protocols.
  • Maintaining accountability for all company- and government-issued equipment.
  • Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors to foster a safety-first environment.

Qualifications:

  • Strong attention to detail and hazard awareness.
  • Ability to stand walk and patrol for up to 8 hours at a time including walking climbing stairs bending stooping reaching standing and prolonged periods of sitting.
  • Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergency situations.
  • Prior experience in a shipyard industrial or military environment is preferred.
  • US Citizenship and an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is an E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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As a federal contractor all employment offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.


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For over 50 years Global has supported the US Navy Maintenance and Repair Mission.

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