Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
Company: Navy
Location: Dunbar
Posted on: April 8, 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outdated explosivesWork with cutting-edge technology to remotely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.
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