UXO Technician II
HydroGeoLogic, Inc. · Huntsville-Decatur-Albertville Area · 2 days ago
On-siteEngineeringPart-time
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 Department of Defense Explosive Safety Board (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;
- Able to perform all functions enumerated for UXO Technician I;
- Able to 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 Environment Requirements
- Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.)
- Must be able to travel up to 100%
- 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.