Fire Watch Attendant at Interstate – A Premier Facility Services Provider

Nashville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

22.5

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Situational Awareness, Safety Hazards Identification, Reliability, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Emergency Response Procedures, Fire Safety Knowledge, Building Systems Familiarity

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

Description Family-owned since 1988, Interstate continues to be driven by our long-standing dedication to advancing the careers and talents of our team. We embrace a culture of recognition by rewarding exceptional employee performance and frequently promoting from within. As a fast growing national janitorial and maintenance company, we are seeking, driven team members who align with our work happy philosophy. We are proud to service clients among many business industries such as educational, office buildings, industrial facilities, healthcare, and specialty facilities. Our focus on creating healthy and safe environments allows businesses, schools and facilities across North America to thrive. We are seeking dependable, alert individuals to serve as Fire Watch Attendants during times when fire alarms, sprinklers, or other fire protection systems are offline, when hot work is taking place, or when conditions create elevated fire risk. The Fire Watch Attendant provides continuous monitoring, early detection of hazards, and support during emergency situations to help protect the building and all occupants. Schedule: Day shift/night shift, Monday to Friday and weekends available Pay: $22.50/hour Key Responsibilities Perform continuous patrols—at least every 15 minutes or as required—to monitor for smoke, fire, unusual odors, or hazardous conditions. Inspect hallways, rooms, stairwells, mechanical areas, and exit routes, ensuring they remain clear and safe. Identify unsafe conditions such as overheated equipment, blocked exits, improper storage of combustibles, propped fire doors, or unauthorized hot work. Verify fire extinguishers are accessible, unblocked, and appear in serviceable condition. Take immediate action at any sign of fire: activate the nearest pull station, call 911, and notify internal contacts (Security, Facilities, etc.). Use a portable fire extinguisher only for very small, early-stage fires and only when it is safe to do so. Assist with building evacuations by directing occupants to exits, checking safe-to-enter areas, and guiding people to designated assembly points. Maintain accurate, timely Fire Watch logs documenting patrol times, areas checked, hazards found, actions taken, and notifications made. Stay fully focused on Fire Watch Attendant duties; no multitasking, personal phone use, or leaving the assigned area. Please note, the summary job specification is not a comprehensive definition of the post. It is subject to modification and amendment and could include other duties related to the post. Requirements Qualifications Strong situational awareness and ability to identify safety hazards. Reliable, attentive, and able to remain focused for the entire Fire Watch period. Ability to walk continually throughout the shift and climb stairs as needed. Clear communication skills and ability to follow emergency response procedures. Basic understanding of fire safety is helpful, but full training is provided. Preferred Previous experience in Fire Watch, safety, security, maintenance, or facility operations. Familiarity with building systems, emergency procedures, or industrial/commercial environments. Candidate must have reliable transportation, be legally authorized to work in the United States, and be willing to submit to a background check. Interstate Premier Facility Services Provider is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interstate – Work Happy! #INT123

Responsibilities

The Fire Watch Attendant performs continuous patrols to monitor for smoke, fire, and hazardous conditions. They take immediate action at any sign of fire and assist with building evacuations.