ECC is seeking aUXO Technician IIfor a project at Fort Riley, KS. This position is responsible for performing munitions response and unexploded ordnance (UXO)-related operations. Such operations include, but may not be limited to: military munitions responses, range clearance activities, range maintenance, inspection and certification of munitions debris and range-related debris being considered for transfer or release from DoD control, munitions/UXO disposal operations. This position is primarily responsible for the operational execution of DoD and ECC related policies, standard operating procedures, and practices that support the requirements and goals of the project.In addition to being capable of fully performing all of the UXO Sweep Personnel and UXO Technician I functions, UXO Technician II personnel may be required to:Properly store explosive materials per applicable guidanceDetermine precise location in field environment using a variety of techniques such as use of global positioning equipment, or basic land navigation techniques using topographical map and compass.Perform field collection procedures to identify contaminated soilPrepare an on-site holding area to temporarily stow MEC that has an acceptable risk of movementOperate modes of transportation for transporting UXO, for which the risk of movement has been determined acceptable, when appropriatePerform limited technical supervision of UXOSPEscort personnel who are not directly involved in UXO-related operations (e.g., personnel performing environmental monitoring), but have activities to perform within exclusion areasInspect MPPEH for the presence of explosives safety hazardsIn addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be assigned to the incumbent of this positionRequirementsAbility to communicate in written and verbal formatsMust be able to perform all principal accountabilities of UXO Tech ICompetent in use of personal data assistants (PDAs)Will need DBIDS passesWill require a current Passport and Current and Valid Federal Approved State Driver's licenseDivers conducting underwater detection and identification of munitions must have completed both the basic and the underwater portions of NAVSCOLEOD (or foreign equivalent) training40-hour HAZWOPER training and annual 8-hour HAZWOPER Refresher trainingThree years of progressively responsible experience in EOD, UXO, range clearance and/or other munitions response operationsEducation- This position requires a high school diploma and must be a graduate of US Naval EOD School, acceptable Allied Nation EOD school (Great Britain, Germany, Australia, Canada) or accredited UXO Technician Level I training program and with appropriate experience as required by Department of Defense Explosives Safety Board (DDESB) Technical Paper (TP) 18. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for this requirement.Preferred QualificationsAn Explosives Blaster's License for the multiple statesA commercial Drivers License with HAZMAT endorsementProficiency in operating a certain types mechanical equipment, such as dozer, back hoe, loader, track hoe, and gravel sifting plantsConstruction Safety CertificationExperienced in sifting operationsFirst Aid trainingCompetent in using Microsoft Office products, email systems, and WindowsECC targeted hourly rate is $31.73 + Fringe Pay + Flat Rate Per Diem
