UXO Technician II – Field Munitions Specialist

KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a UXO Technician II to inspect explosives safety status of materials, store devices securely, and document munitions locations under approved plans.

You will provide technical supervision within TP 18 limits, perform reconnaissance, identify UXO, and help ensure safe disposal under approved procedures. Strong field communication is essential.

Qualifications

• UXO Technician I training certificate or EOD school graduation.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training certificate.
• 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher certificate (if applicable).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to pass HAZWOPER physical examination.
• Valid state driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect material potentially presenting an explosive hazard and document its explosives safety status.
• Prepare on-site holding areas and properly store/secure munitions and demolition materials.
• Determine and record field locations using GPS, maps, and compass; perform field sampling/testing.
• Provide technical supervision of sweep personnel and UXO I personnel; escort in hazardous areas.
• Conduct reconnaissance and classification of UXO and identify munitions and fuze conditions.
• Locate surface/subsurface munitions using geophysical tools; perform excavation and equipment checks.
• Move/transport munitions only after safety determination and authorization.
• Prepare disposal sites and firing systems; dispose by burn/detonation under supervision.
• Construct UXO protective works and operate decontamination stations with PPE.
• Use radiographic equipment and perform emergency leak sealing/packaging of chemical warfare material when assigned.
• Communicate field findings clearly and contribute to daily reports; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

HAZWOPER physical

Driver's license

Education

UXO Technician I training certificate

EOD school graduation

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training certificate

8-hour HAZWOPER refresher certificate

Job description

KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a UXO Technician II to inspect explosives safety status of materials, store devices securely, and document munitions locations under approved plans.

You will provide technical supervision within TP 18 limits, perform reconnaissance, identify UXO, and help ensure safe disposal under approved procedures. Strong field communication is essential.