UXO Technician II

Job Overview

Responsible for identification, handling and disposal of ordnance in direct compliance with all company and regulatory requirements. Must be familiar with and have the ability to carry out all job performance requirements in accordance with operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Identify all types of military munitions, including possible fuses and their condition, armed and unarmed.
• Reconnoiter and classify UXO and Discarded Military Munitions (DMM).
• Excavate subsurface UXO and DMM and move and/or consolidate materials that have been determined safe to move by UXO supervisor.
• May be part of a UXO demolition and disposal team and assist in the inspection various explosive ordnance.
• Perform all duties assigned to a UXO Technician I.
• Properly store explosive materials and prepare an on-site holding area to temporarily stow MEC that has an acceptable risk of movement.
• Perform limited technical supervision of UXO Technician I's and UXO Sweeper personnel.
• Escort non-UXO qualified personnel that have activities to perform within the UXO exclusion zone.
• Aid in the inspection of Material Potentially Presenting Explosive Hazard (MPPEH) for the presence of explosive safety hazards.

Basic Qualifications

• Specialized training and certification as dictated by regulatory requirements (OSHA 1910.120 40 hour HAZWOPER, applicable 8 hour OSHA training, as required annually).
• A high school diploma (or equivalent) and valid driver's license, with clean driving record is required.
• Must have completed formal UXO training by a certified Department of Defense training facility.
• Must meet the UXO Technician II requirements as promulgated by DDESB TP-18.
• Graduate of a formal training course of instruction with 3 years of UXO Technician I experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have the ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and/or pre-employment physical.
• Working in both indoor and outdoor environments, in a variety of weather conditions and usually under direct supervision.
• Must be willing to travel, as required, and availability to report to work upon "short notice" (within 24 hours) of job assignment.

Physical Factors

• Standing: Continuously
• Reaching: Frequently
• Moving: Continuously
• Twisting: Frequently
• Walking: Continuously
• Stretching: Frequently
• Lifting: Frequently
• Pushing: Frequently
• Pulling: Frequently
• Bending: Frequently
• Climbing: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Crawling: Occasionally
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Stooping: Frequently
• Balancing: Occasionally

About Aptim

Aptim is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for Aptim to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.

What You Can Expect From Aptim

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

Wage Rates & Union Benefits

The wage rates and fringe benefits for this position are governed by terms of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) between the company and a union with jurisdiction for the job location. CBAs for union projects typically include a retirement plan (such as a pension, annuity, or 401(k)), health insurance (e.g., medical, dental, vision), and other benefits. APTIM pays the costs for some fringe benefit plans for employees working on union projects. Under some CBAs, however, you may be required to contribute a percentage of your wages toward the cost of these benefits. Additionally, you may also qualify for paid sick leave, paid holidays, paid vacation, and supplemental insurance plans (e.g., life, short-term disability, long-term disability). The CBA contains the terms and conditions of eligibility as well as information about any costs to you. APTIM's Human Resources department is prepared to answer any questions you might have about wage rates, fringe benefits, and their cost. As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $36.06 per hour.