Amentum is seeking a UXO Support Demilitarization Specialist for Creech Air Force Base.

Purpose and Scope:    
Under the direction of the Site UXO Supervisor and/or Designated Lead, exercises independent judgment to accomplish assigned range residue and ordnance related debris demilitarization tasks in an industrial salvage operation environment. Operates heavy equipment such as industrial metal shredders, wheel loaders, forklifts, excavators with shearing and material handling attachments and large industrial tractors with associated attachments. Conduct cutting/demilitarization of materials utilizing gas cutting and/or plasma cutting equipment. Conduct daily equipment safety checks and preventative maintenance, grease, adjust and make necessary preparations for daily operation.

Essential Responsibilities:

•    Ensure work accomplished is in compliance with government regulations.
•    Ability to maintain required readings, records and documentation, operate equipment and machinery related to UXO Support Demilitarization Specialist duties and responsibilities in the demilitarization of range residue and ordnance related debris operation.
•    Must be able to provide leadership to independent work groups for the accomplishment of assigned tasks.
•    Must be able to ensure quality control standards are maintained on all work performed.
•    Ensures that safe work practices and procedures are accomplished both in independent and small work groups.
•    Must possess the ability to operate general and special purpose vehicles.
•    Ability to operate industrial machinery to include metal shredding and shearing systems.
•    Ability to safely set up and operate gas cutting equipment.
•    Ability to safely set up and operate plasma torch cutting equipment. Perform related duties as required and assigned by the Site UXO Supervisor and/or a Designated Lead, and perform other duties and assignments as assigned.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of experience as a heavy equipment operator acquired through training and or experience under a formal apprenticeship program or equivalent or must be able to pass a practical skills test administered in a variety of equipment to include but not limited to a backhoe, bulldozer, scraper, road grader and front-end loader.
• Must be able to satisfactorily answer a variety of interview questions.
• Must be qualified as a UXO MEC Related Support Worker per Department of Defense Explosive Safety Board Technical Paper-18 (TP-18).
• Must possess a current HAZWOPER 40-hour certification.
• Must possess OSHA 30-hour safety certificate, OSHA compliant welding and cutting safety training certificate, and DoD Demilitarization course certificate
• Ability to use good judgment and common sense when performing job functions
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions,
• Ability to be punctual and possess patience to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to identify areas requiring immediate attention and the use of practical skill to solve problems.  
• Fluent in English as exemplified in writing and in verbal skills.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team member.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid Nevada Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
Job assignments will involve the conduct of work in out-of-doors areas with exposure to potential UXO and extreme climatic conditions. Work will require lifting up to 50 lbs., stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential accident could exist or exposure to physical, chemical or biological agents. Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in certain areas. Such PPE includes but is not limited to head, foot, hand, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices. Must comply with OSHA, EPA, Fire and Safety Regulations and published company work rules. Individual may be required to execute temporary duty travel as required. Must be able to interact well with fellow employees. May be required to work different/varying shifts.

Other Responsibilities:
Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Benefits

This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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