UXO Technician II

Dawson; Camp Edwards (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated UXO Technician II to assist in the detection and removal of unexploded ordnance at Camp Edwards. This role involves working under the supervision of the UXO Supervisor, where you will be responsible for identifying military munitions and ensuring safety protocols are followed. You will have the chance to contribute to a crucial project while receiving competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. Join a team that values respect, integrity, and community impact, and make a difference in a vital area of public safety.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of UXO Technician I experience.
• Graduate of a formal UXO training course required.

Responsibilities

• Identify military munitions and their condition.
• Excavate and classify UXO and DMM.
• Ensure compliance with safety and project rules.

Skills

UXO identification

Safety compliance

Technical supervision

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

40 Hour HAZWOPER certification

UXO training course

Job description

DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community.

Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values. Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion. We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe.

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SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the UXO Supervisor, assists with the detection and removal of unexploded ordinance.

This project is for a removal action to remove Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC) and Material Potentially Presenting an Explosive Hazard (MPPEH), to include Munitions Debris (MD) and Range-Related Debris (RRD) at Camp Edwards, Massachusetts.

DESCRIPTION: Travel expenses for mobilization/demobilization include mileage from your home of record to the project site and back to your home of record upon completion of the assignment. A budget of up 8 hours each way is allocated for travel time. Meal and lodging per diem rates are $235 per day ($210 on the first day of travel and $69 on the last day of travel).

Mobilization is expected to be on or around June 15. The UXO Tech II will start with DAWSON on or around June 9 in order to complete onboarding and training. The project duration is expected to be three weeks (through 30 June 2025).

This hourly position pays $39.27 per hour base salary plus $4.93 per hour health and welfare (H&W) benefits and is eligible for hazard pay differential (4% and 8%) based on assigned tasks. Please note H&W benefits are paid for a maximum of 40 hours per week.

A UXO resume, copies of applicable certifications, and a current medical clearance certificate should be included with your application.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for identifying all types of military munitions, including possible fuses and their condition, armed or 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 of various explosive ordnance.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• 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 in a team leader role of UXO Technician I and Sweeper personnel.
• Escort Non-UXO qualified personnel that have activities to perform within the UXO exclusion zone.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Certificates, licenses and registrations required: 40 Hour HAZWOPER, Current 8 Hour annual HAZWOPER Refresher
• Must be a graduate of a formal UXO training course of instruction or EOD Assistant courses by a certified Department of Defense training facility.
• Must meet the UXO II Technician requirements as promulgated by DDESB TP-18.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of UXO Technician I experience.
• Must be familiar with and have ability to carry out all job performance requirements in accordance with operational procedures.

COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT:

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Occasionally required to taste or smell
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work in high, precarious places
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Frequently exposure to outside weather conditions
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.