Description :SummaryThe UXO Technician I will support Military Munitions Response Program (MMRP) field operations for the Ahtna Former Fort Ord MMRP project. The project is managed out of the Monterey, California office with a field office on the Former Fort Ord. UXO Technician I are personnel who are qualified for and fill Department of Labor, Service Contract Act, Directory of Occupations, contractor positions of UXO Technician I. UXO Technician I responsibilities include assisting with identifying, classifying, and locating unexploded ordnance (UXO) on-site, performing sweeps with metal detectors, assisting in excavation procedures and transporting and storing UXO under the supervision of more senior technicians while adhering to strict safety protocols and regulations related to handling explosive materials.The pay rate for this position is $35.77/hour + $4.93/hour H&W + 4%-8% Hazard pay differential dependent on work.Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including Department of Defense Explosives Safety Board Technical Paper 18 (DDESB TP-18) requirements but not limited to):
Working in a team environment to successfully complete the project goals.
Locates surface UXO using instrument and visual means.
Using a variety of techniques (e.g., global positioning equipment, land navigation techniques) to record the location of subsurface anomalies, surface MEC, and other materials of interest.
Assisting UXO Qualified Personnel with the following activities:
Investigating for and identifying MEC and MPPEH, including explosive residues.
Moving and consolidating MEC and MPPEH within a munitions response site if approved.
Operating vehicles moving commercial explosives or MPPEH on site.
Preparing UXO disposal site and non-electric firing systems.
Inspection and documentation of the explosives safety status of MPPEH.
Performing field reconnaissance, collection, and testing procedures to identify explosive contaminated media or material
Perform any other duties assigned by management.
Responsible for the operational execution of DoD, Ahtna policies, standard operating procedures, and practices that support the requirements of the project.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma
Graduate of an accredited UXO-TI Course or the EOD assistant’s course
United States Army Corps of Engineer (USACE) number and documentation indicating UXO experience level for verification
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 40-hour hazardous waste operations and emergency response (HAZWOPER) training with the most recent refresher prior to starting work
Ability to pass an annual OSHA HAZWOPER physical
Must be reliable and able to travel to the job site, as required
Current driver’s license with clean driving record, ability to be covered by company insurance
Pass a State or Federal criminal history/security background check (provide an Explosives Employee Possessor Questionnaire (ATF FORM 5400.28) upon employment)
Pass a pre-employment drug screen
Understanding of corporate and industry field practices, processes, standards, , and their impact on project activities
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on Fort Ord MMRP projects
On-the-job training to include, but not be limited to, familiarity with the process, procedures, and equipment (e.g., geophysical) used for conducting MEC-related activities
Up-to-date annual OSHA HAZWOPER physical
Experience operating heavy equipment and towing trailers
CPR and First Aid training
Competence in using Microsoft Office products, email systems, and Windows
Knowledge and experience with Alaska Native cultures
Shareholder PreferencePursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.Core Competencies
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work individually as well as a team Ability to analyze information, formulate decisions/recommendations, and bring closure to issues.
Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
Detail Oriented - Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Client Focus - Ability to build positive client relationships that promote long-term execution on multi-award-based contracts.
Self-motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Confidentiality - Ability to preserve confidential information.
Physical Demands (including but not limited to):
Work is generally performed outdoors, with periods of indoor office work. While outdoors may be subject to construction site conditions, explosive hazards, confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels.
Using hands/fingers requiring dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper, reaching with hands and arms for items above and below desk level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place.
While in the field, reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours. Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, such as small electrical components, equipment, and other materials.
Frequently walking long distances in areas ranging from flat surfaces to areas with uneven surfaces and steep terrain with little to no vegetation or heavily wooded areas.
Frequently performing manual excavation with hand tools.
Minimal travel may be required to shareholder communities, subsidiary offices, and other project locations as needed.
Work requires computer usage with strength, dexterity, coordination, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and video display terminal and other office equipment.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. or as needs dictateEducation : High School Diploma/GEDExperience : 0 years: • Graduate of an accredited UXO-TI Course or the EOD assistant's course • United States Army Corps of Engineer (USACE) number and documentation indicating UXO experience level for verification • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 40-hour hazardous waste operations and emergency response (HAZWOPER) training with the most recent refresher prior to starting work • Ability to pass an annual OSHA HAZWOPER physical • Pass a pre-employment drug screenLicences & certifications Driver's License