UXO Technician II with Security Clearance

Mahalo for your interest in this role. Please see the full position description below and click Start Your Application when ready. For more information about DAWSON, please visit Salary: $33.11 Per Hour Job location: Barksdale, LA SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the UXO Supervisor, assists with the detection and removal of unexploded ordinance. 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/Affirmative Action/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.