Technician

Job Title: Fire Watch Technician Job Description

This role provides on-site fire watch support alongside welders at a construction project in Sterling, VA. You monitor welding activities, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and help maintain a safe work area within a data center construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor welders continuously during active welding operations to ensure a safe work area.

• Maintain vigilant awareness of surroundings to identify and report potential fire hazards or unsafe conditions.

• Follow established safety protocols and site-specific procedures at all times.

• Assist in enforcing hot work safety practices in coordination with site personnel.

• Remain on post and maintain consistent attendance throughout scheduled shifts.

• Communicate clearly with welders and other team members regarding safety concerns or incidents.

• Support general labor and construction activities related to fire watch duties as directed by site supervision.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience or familiarity with construction or general labor environments.

• Strong attention to surroundings and ability to remain alert for extended periods.

• Commitment to consistent attendance and punctuality.

• Ability to follow safety protocols and adhere to site rules and procedures.

• Clear communication skills to report hazards and coordinate with welders and site staff.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on large construction or industrial projects is beneficial.

• Comfort working in a data center construction environment.

• Willingness to perform basic general labor tasks related to fire watch responsibilities.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary site team.

Why Work Here?

You join a project-focused team that values safety, reliability, and teamwork in a professional construction environment. The schedule offers predictable daytime hours during the week, supporting work-life balance. You gain hands-on experience in a modern data center project while developing your safety awareness and on-site construction skills.

Work Environment

This position is based on a data center construction project in Sterling, VA. You work on-site Monday through Friday, typically from 7:00 a.m. to around 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility depending on project needs. The environment involves active construction, including welding and general labor activities, and requires adherence to safety protocols and site procedures. You can expect to be on your feet for most of the day, working in a setting where personal protective equipment and appropriate construction attire are required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dulles, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dulles, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dulles,VA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.