Shipyard Competent Person Level 3-2803

Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Contract
Posted 5 days ago
Education: High School Degree 2 year(s) related experience BASIC

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
Coordinates all work functions in confined and enclosed spaces by performing atmospheric testing to ensure the space is safe for workers and safe for hot work.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conduct Atmospheric testing and space inspections to determine that the area is safe for workers and hot work.
2. Maintain and ensure calibration of atmospheric testing equipment.
3. Maintains records of inspections and tests.
4. Applies gas free work scope process to production needs while ensuring compliance to NFPA 306 and associated regulatory requirements. Evaluates and coordinates the requirement for Marine Chemist required inspections.
5. Test hollow structures for explosive atmosphere and recommends safe work practices.
6. Conduct training in confined and enclosed space entry.
7. Monitor sub-contractors production activities to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and contractual safety standards.

PHYSICAL TASK:
Must have the ability to climb vertical ladders up to 100 feet. Enter confined and enclosed spaces. Distinguish colors, kneel, stand, squat, crawl in and out of holes, walk up to 5 miles a day, climb stairs, sit and reach. All the listed physical requirements listed are classified as frequent in nature. Must be medically capable to wear a respirator.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The job is performed primarily on board vessels, ships, crafts and barges; however 5% of the job is performed shore side, in piping and electrical tunnels. May be exposed to extreme heat, cold, noise, heights and confined spaces. Administrative tasks such as computer entry, record retention, filing make up 30% of the job and are performed in an office environment.

OTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION:
Knowledge of vessel configuration with the ability to quickly locate areas on various classes of ships. Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge of Chemistry is helpful.

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