What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firewatch/Confined Space Attendant position at OneSource EHS?
SAFETY ATTENDANT (FW/CSA)
OneSource EHS is seeking a skilled Firewatch/Confine Space Attendant for project in the Gulf Coast Region. As a Firewatch/ Confine Space Attendant, you will be responsible for maintaining safe working conditions in an industrial plant environment by watching for fire and safety hazards during maintenance or construction activities, performing CSA watch duties, and assisting craftspeople on the project as directed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIREMENTS:
OneSource EHS is seeking a skilled Firewatch/Confine Space Attendant for project in the Gulf Coast Region. As a Firewatch/ Confine Space Attendant, you will be responsible for maintaining safe working conditions in an industrial plant environment by watching for fire and safety hazards during maintenance or construction activities, performing CSA watch duties, and assisting craftspeople on the project as directed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Watch out for fire and safety hazards in the workplace while work is performed by other employees.
- Maintain the conditions and requirements stated on the safety permit.
- Keep flammable materials from ignition sources.
- In the event of a fire, extinguish it immediately or turn a fire alarm on.
- Call the emergency alarm number, and/or notify the plant service in case of an emergency.
- Stop operations if you find any hazardous conditions.
- Make sure you and other employees are aware of the exact location of firefighting equipment and emergency exits in the immediate area.
- Maintain constant means of communication and as much as possible, keep visual and voice contact with other employees.
- Before and during each shift, inspect the entire work area and look for potential safety hazards and potential release of flammable vapors or liquids.
- Be prepared to operate fire extinguishers, hydrants, fixed monitors, and hose carts anytime.
- Never leave the job site while the work is being done. If you must leave, stop the job and notify workers that you are “standing by for”.
- Perform Confined Space watch duties and ensure the safety of personnel.
- When all operations are done, do not leave the work site unless you are sure that there are no hot sparks, embers, and other fire hazards. Return all firefighting equipment to their original location.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must follow ALL OSHA, company and job site safety rules.
- Ability to lift 25-75 pounds
- Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen
- Willingness to travel and report to work upon short notice
- Must be able to work at elevated heights and be able to climb multiple flights of stairs and occasional ladders.
- Must be able to stay awake, alert, and attentive for long hours.
- Must be able to work well with others and be able to communicate well with others.
