UXO Technician III

About the role

The UXO Technician 3 position requires extensive travel and long-term on-site work. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of eight years of combined active duty military EOD and/or UXO experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and must meet the minimum qualifications for UXO Technician Level III as outlined in DDESB Technical Paper 18.

Responsibilities

• Prepare explosive storage plans as needed;
• Prepare required UXO munitions response actions and/or range maintenance administrative reports;
• Prepare standard operating procedures (SOPs);
• Assist in the preparation of risk and hazards analyses;
• Conduct daily site safety briefs;
• Supervise the conduct of all on-site UXO-related operations;
• Inspect and certify and/or verify MPPEH as safe or to the explosive hazard it may present for transfer within the Department of Defense (DoD) or release from DoD control per current policies and standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Eight (8) years of combined active duty military EOD and/or UXO experience in munitions response actions or range clearance activities;
• Ability to lift/move/relocate items up to 50 lbs;
• Ability to walk safely over rugged terrain and tolerate weather extremes;

Qualifications

• 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;
• Must be 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.);
• Operating heavy machinery or tools (would only include for a role for heavy equipment operator);
• Driving a company or personal vehicle;
• Climbing ladders or stairs;
• Reading and interpreting documents or regulations;
• Leading a team or coordinating multiple priorities;
• Communicating effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders;

Work Environment Requirements

• 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

• Work Schedule: HGL office work is dictated by a 5-day work week; however, fieldwork schedules will deviate based on job requirements and may require longer hours and weekends.
• Office Type : Remote with travel to project sites, on-site
• Travel: 100%