Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
Company: Navy
Location: Brownsville
Posted on: January 7, 2021
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Job Description:
ABOUT Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technicians have
expertise in the most conventional and unconventional explosives to
ensure the secure disposal of explosive weaponry. They are on call
to respond to any type of ordnance, and they receive specialized
training to handle chemical, biological and nuclear weapons. They
investigate and demolish natural and man-made underwater
obstructions, prepare coastal regions for amphibious landings, and
warn about potential threats at home and abroad. Whether getting
the job done in a bomb suit or by utilizing state-of-the-art
robotic technology, Navy EODs are trained to use the most advanced
tools of their kind in a role that's vital to the safety of
servicemembers and civilians. RESPONSIBILITIES As a Navy EOD
Technician, you will have many far-ranging duties that can cast you
on missions across the world. Your duties may require you to:
Detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics and
outdated explosivesWork with cutting-edge technology to remotely
disable unsafe ordnancePerform parachute or helicopter insertion
operationsSupport law enforcement agenciesClear waterways of mines
in support of the Fleet Your unique skills and knowledge will add
to the strengths of other Special Operations units, as well as your
own. As an EOD Technician, you may also: * Locate, identify,
neutralize, recover and dispose of various ordnances, such as sea
mines, torpedoes and depth charges * Support other Special
Operations/Special Warfare units, such as Navy SEALs, Army Special
Forces and Marine Expeditionary Units * Help the U.S. Secret
Service and the U.S. Department of State to protect the President,
Vice President and other officials and dignitaries * Assist with
security at large international events, such as sporting events or
world summits WORK ENVIRONMENT Your missions will take you to every
corner of the world. One assignment may have you parachuting from
17,000 feet, while the next may deliver you via an 11-meter Rigid
Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB). It all depends on which unit you're
supporting and the type of mission to be completed, as well as the
required equipment weight of each team member, weather conditions
and other parameters. TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT Becoming an EOD
Technician is no easy process. While the rigorous 51 weeks of
training are both physically and mentally grueling, you will be
rewarded with unrivaled leadership opportunities, first-rate
compensation and respect. After two months of recruit training in
Great Lakes, Ill., your EOD training will begin. EOD Prep Course of
Instruction (3 weeks) - The EOD training pipeline starts with
preparatory training in Great Lakes, Ill. Candidates work on swim
stroke development, long-range swims and physical conditioning.
Diver Training (9 weeks) - Next comes dive school at the Naval
Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC) in Panama City, Florida.
Training covers basic concepts of scuba diving as well as dive
physics, physiology and basic dive medicine. Candidates also learn
about equipment such as the MK16 underwater rebreather. EOD School
(42 weeks) - After successfully completing dive school, candidates
transfer to Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal School at Eglin Air
Force Base in Fort Walton Beach, Fla. This training is comes in
four sections, each teaching how to render safe or defuse specific
types of ordnance. Air Ordnance Division - Focuses on bombs and
missiles Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) - Includes "homemade
bombs" Nuclear Ordnance Division - Covers basic nuclear physics and
radiation monitoring and decontamination procedures Underwater
Ordnance Division - Emphasizes torpedoes and other underwater
explosives as well as underwater search techniques Basic Parachute
Training (3 weeks) - After completing basic EOD school, graduates
attend Basic Airborne Training ("jump school") at Fort Benning,
Ga., where they qualify as a basic parachutist. EOD Tactical
Training (3 weeks) - The final phase of training is in San Diego,
Calif. It teaches helicopter insertion (fast-rope, rappel, cast and
special patrol insertion, and extraction rigging), small
arms/weapons training, small unit tactics (weapons, self-defense,
land navigation and patrolling) and tactical communications
(satellite and high frequency). Upon successful completion the EOD
training pipeline, graduates are assigned to EOD Mobile Units where
they gain advanced on-the-job training and experience as members of
Mobile Teams, Carrier Strike Group/Expeditionary Strike Group
Companies, Naval Special Warfare Companies and Marine Mammal
Companies. * Advanced Training - EOD technicians may pursue a
number of advanced training options to hone and specialize their
skills * Helicopter insertion training * Basic parachute training
and parachute water insertion training * Advanced Improvised
Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD) * Jumpmaster training * Small
unit tactics * Small Arms Instructor * Language school (Defense
Language Institute) * EOD Communications (tactical radio
communications) For those with further leadership aspirations and a
college degree, Officer roles are available - providing the
opportunity to lead and train others. Promotion opportunities are
regularly available but competitive and based on performance. It's
also important to note that specialized training received and work
experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable
credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Members of the Naval Special Warfare/Naval
Special Operations (NSW/NSO) community have any number of unique
opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides
skills and knowledge in everything from the fundamentals of
explosive ordnance disposal to chemical and biological warfare,
military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical
military procedures. Beyond offering access to professional
credentials and certifications, Navy training in the EOD community
can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate
degree through the American Council on Education. You may also
continue your education through opportunities like: * Navy College
Program and Tuition Assistance * Post-9/11 GI Bill QUALIFICATIONS &
REQUIREMENTS Males and females are eligible to apply to become
enlisted Navy EOD Technicians. No college degree is required, but a
high degree of difficulty and satisfaction is standard. Training is
tough and ongoing. You can apply for the Navy Challenge contract
for EOD Technicians at any time during your first enlistment. Entry
Requirements * Eyesight 20/200 bilateral correctable to 20/25 with
no color blindness * Minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude
Battery (ASVAB) score AR+VE=109, MC=51 or GS+MC+EI=169 * Be 30
years of age or younger * Pass a physical and separate medical
examination required for divers (approved by Diving Medical
Officer) * Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security
clearance The chart below highlights the current minimum Navy
Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge
Programs. Additional requirements specific to Active Duty EOD
Technician candidates include: * 36 months of obligated service
upon completion of training * No non-judicial punishments or court
martial convictions during the 12 months prior to application *
Meet medical standards as specified in the NAVMED P-117 * Meet
minimum performance standards * Pass a hyperbaric pressure
tolerance test * Be on board present command for 2 years * Be
screened by an EOD Officer or E-6 or above Master EOD Technician *
Be recommended by your current Commanding Officer NOTE: You should
consult your physician or other health-care professional before
starting any exercise regime or other fitness program to determine
if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or
your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that
could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start
a fitness program if your physician or health-care provider advises
against it. General qualifications may vary depending upon whether
you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether
you've never served before.SDL2017
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