Fire warden job description
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Example fire warden requirements on a job description
Fire warden requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in fire warden job postings.
Sample fire warden requirements
- Certification in Fire Warden training.
- Excellent knowledge of fire safety protocols.
- Experience in emergency response planning.
- Ability to operate fire safety equipment.
- Proficient in MS Office and related applications.
Sample required fire warden soft skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Ability to make decisions quickly.
Fire warden job description example 1
Vencore fire warden job description
Vertex Aerospace is redefining the mid-level aerospace market with our agility, rapid deployment capability, and customized quality. Our international presence and vast range of services distinguish us from competitors. We offer our customers a variety of global aerospace support, including Systems Integration, Fabrication, Contractor Operated and Maintained Base Supply, Engineering, Maintenance, Modification, Repair, and Overhaul, Training Support, and all levels of Maintenance. For over forty years, we have delivered high-quality aftermarket aerospace services that are affordable and customer focused.
Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
+ Must maintain copies of all reports and records for viewing and complying with any corrective action required.
+ Perform technical research using available publications, catalogs, and directives.
+ Responsible for adhering to all applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention and Tool Control rules and regulations including participation in FOD walk downs when directed.
+ Assist EH&S Supervisor with investigations of work-related injuries/illnesses and prepare reports IAW OSHA and Company policies.
+ Comply with established general and industrial safety rules and regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities, and job assignment.
+ Assist EH&S Supervisor with the safety, security, and preservation of government owned and company owned equipment and property.
+ Share technical knowledge with other company employees to enhance accomplishment of assigned tasks.
+ Attend Company, Base Environmental and/or Hazmat, Federal, and State meetings/training as required.
+ Responsible for conducting fire prevention inspections throughout the facility and filing the inspections for fire department and government review.
+ Assist the EH&S Manager in the enforcement of DOD and DON smoking policies.
+ Responsible for monthly inspections of portable fire extinguishers to include coordination with the local Fire Department for annual inspections, additions/deletions, or replacement of fire extinguishers.
+ Responsible for development and update of Emergency Escape Routes at the facility.
+ Responsible for submitting Service Requests to the government (NAVFAC) for facility issues requiring routine work, urgent work, or emergency action.
+ Responsible for providing regulatory information and pictures regarding deficiencies when submitting Service Requests to the government.
+ Responsible for attending Zone, Fire, Safety, Health, and Welfare Inspections.
+ Responsible for accessing and utilizing "Read Only" Maximo for tracking status of Trouble Calls and Service Request.
+ Responsible for communication with Public Works personnel and providing access to facility locations for Service Requests.
+ May be responsible for inspection of Automatic External Defibrillator's (AED's) and for inspection of Carbon Monoxide Alarms on site.
+ May be responsible for accessing ESAMS to view facility audit discrepancies and providing corrective action response.
+ May be responsible for conducting Safety Inspections to identify potential hazards requiring corrective action to ensure safety of personnel.
+ May be required to handle hazardous materials in performance of assigned duties.
+ Must become forklift qualified and licensed.
+ Perform other projects and initiatives for EH&S, Facilities, and Fire Marshall as assigned by management.
+ Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
+ Other projects and initiatives as assigned as well as other reasonably related duties when directed.
+ May be required to perform scheduled/unscheduled inventories.
Professional Requirements, Qualifications and Desired Competencies:
+ Must have a valid state operator's license and be able to pass the government licensing requirements for support equipment.
+ Must be able to read, write, and speak publicly, providing briefs and training when necessary.
+ Must possess and maintain an extensive knowledge of complex and technical regulations, including government Hazardous Waste Management Plan, OSHA Regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, General Industry), DOT Hazardous Material Transportation (49 CFR Parts 100-185), EPA (40 CFR) Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and other applicable, State and Federal regulations.
+ Will assist the EH&S Manager in developing local policies and procedures to comply with government Hazardous Waste Management Plan, OSHA Regulations (General Industry), DOT Hazardous Material Transportation, EPA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and other applicable, State and Federal regulations.
+ Graduation from a standard four (4) year high school or equivalent (GED) AND two (2) year of verifiable experience in work related to the above-described job description.
+ Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instructions.
+ Must be able to obtain and maintain CAC Card.
+ Certifications/Licensing as required by the Program Training and Certification Manual, COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2, and other EH&S Local, State, and Federal governing documents.
+ Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance within 6 months of hire.
+ Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.
+ The essential physical requirements of the position will be reviewed with the applicant during the interview.
+ Some travel will be required.
As a government contractor, Vertex Aerospace requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment in accordance with Executive Order 14042. Exceptions to this policy are granted on a case-by-case basis for those that request a religious or medical accommodation. A vaccination status form and proof of vaccination, if applicable, is required.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:
+ This classification may require climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, extensive walking, and working in tiring uncomfortable positions.
+ May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 50 pounds.
+ The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to changes in temperature and weather.
+ May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail.
+ May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
+ May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.
Vertex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other's differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employee, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
+ Must maintain copies of all reports and records for viewing and complying with any corrective action required.
+ Perform technical research using available publications, catalogs, and directives.
+ Responsible for adhering to all applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention and Tool Control rules and regulations including participation in FOD walk downs when directed.
+ Assist EH&S Supervisor with investigations of work-related injuries/illnesses and prepare reports IAW OSHA and Company policies.
+ Comply with established general and industrial safety rules and regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities, and job assignment.
+ Assist EH&S Supervisor with the safety, security, and preservation of government owned and company owned equipment and property.
+ Share technical knowledge with other company employees to enhance accomplishment of assigned tasks.
+ Attend Company, Base Environmental and/or Hazmat, Federal, and State meetings/training as required.
+ Responsible for conducting fire prevention inspections throughout the facility and filing the inspections for fire department and government review.
+ Assist the EH&S Manager in the enforcement of DOD and DON smoking policies.
+ Responsible for monthly inspections of portable fire extinguishers to include coordination with the local Fire Department for annual inspections, additions/deletions, or replacement of fire extinguishers.
+ Responsible for development and update of Emergency Escape Routes at the facility.
+ Responsible for submitting Service Requests to the government (NAVFAC) for facility issues requiring routine work, urgent work, or emergency action.
+ Responsible for providing regulatory information and pictures regarding deficiencies when submitting Service Requests to the government.
+ Responsible for attending Zone, Fire, Safety, Health, and Welfare Inspections.
+ Responsible for accessing and utilizing "Read Only" Maximo for tracking status of Trouble Calls and Service Request.
+ Responsible for communication with Public Works personnel and providing access to facility locations for Service Requests.
+ May be responsible for inspection of Automatic External Defibrillator's (AED's) and for inspection of Carbon Monoxide Alarms on site.
+ May be responsible for accessing ESAMS to view facility audit discrepancies and providing corrective action response.
+ May be responsible for conducting Safety Inspections to identify potential hazards requiring corrective action to ensure safety of personnel.
+ May be required to handle hazardous materials in performance of assigned duties.
+ Must become forklift qualified and licensed.
+ Perform other projects and initiatives for EH&S, Facilities, and Fire Marshall as assigned by management.
+ Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
+ Other projects and initiatives as assigned as well as other reasonably related duties when directed.
+ May be required to perform scheduled/unscheduled inventories.
Professional Requirements, Qualifications and Desired Competencies:
+ Must have a valid state operator's license and be able to pass the government licensing requirements for support equipment.
+ Must be able to read, write, and speak publicly, providing briefs and training when necessary.
+ Must possess and maintain an extensive knowledge of complex and technical regulations, including government Hazardous Waste Management Plan, OSHA Regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, General Industry), DOT Hazardous Material Transportation (49 CFR Parts 100-185), EPA (40 CFR) Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and other applicable, State and Federal regulations.
+ Will assist the EH&S Manager in developing local policies and procedures to comply with government Hazardous Waste Management Plan, OSHA Regulations (General Industry), DOT Hazardous Material Transportation, EPA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and other applicable, State and Federal regulations.
+ Graduation from a standard four (4) year high school or equivalent (GED) AND two (2) year of verifiable experience in work related to the above-described job description.
+ Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instructions.
+ Must be able to obtain and maintain CAC Card.
+ Certifications/Licensing as required by the Program Training and Certification Manual, COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2, and other EH&S Local, State, and Federal governing documents.
+ Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance within 6 months of hire.
+ Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.
+ The essential physical requirements of the position will be reviewed with the applicant during the interview.
+ Some travel will be required.
As a government contractor, Vertex Aerospace requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment in accordance with Executive Order 14042. Exceptions to this policy are granted on a case-by-case basis for those that request a religious or medical accommodation. A vaccination status form and proof of vaccination, if applicable, is required.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:
+ This classification may require climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, extensive walking, and working in tiring uncomfortable positions.
+ May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 50 pounds.
+ The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to changes in temperature and weather.
+ May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail.
+ May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
+ May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.
Vertex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other's differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employee, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024