UXO Technician II

Responsibilities

• Properly store explosive materials;
• Determine precise location in field environments using global positioning equipment, or basic land navigation;
• Perform field collection procedures to identify contaminated soils;
• Prepare on-site holding area to temporarily stow MEC determined to be acceptable to move;
• Perform limited technical supervision of UXOSP;
• Conduct UXO surface/subsurface clearances and provide UXO avoidance/escort as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Minimum qualifications for UXO Technician Level 2 as outlined in DDESB Technical Paper 18;
• Graduate of a military Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) school of the United States (U.S.), Canada, Great Britain, Germany or Australia OR Graduate of a formal training course of instruction or EOD Assistant Course;
• Prior military EOD experience or three (3) years of experience in munitions response actions or range clearance activities, as appropriate for the contracted operation, plus specific project/explosives safety training;
• Ability to lift/move/relocate items up to 50 lbs;
• Ability to walk safely over rugged terrain and tolerate weather extremes.

Qualifications

• Computer knowledge with MS Windows, MS Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint a plus;
• BA or BS degree preferred;
• Communicate effectively with clients, regulators, project team members, and company management.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift/move/relocate items up to 50 lbs;
• Prolonged standing up to 90% of the time;
• Walking long distances;
• Walking over uneven or mountainous terrain;
• Lifting, walking, driving, and working in harsh (hot/cold/windy/vegetated) environments;
• Repetitive hand motions (typing, tool use, etc.);
• Ability to see details at close range;
• Ability to see details at a distance;
• Viewing computer screen for extended periods;
• Interpret and analyze visual data (maps, graphs, warning indicators, etc.)

Work Schedule

• HGL office work is dictated by a 5-day work week;
• Fieldwork schedules will deviate based on job requirements and may require longer hours and weekends.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.)
• May work in environments with loud noises, dust, or hazardous materials
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Potential for longer days up to 12 hours in duration.

Details

• This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.