Senior UXO Supervisor (SUXOS)

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JOB POSITION ROLE:

Provides oversight of unexploded ordnance (UXO) technicians and support personnel during the inspection of unexploded ordnance, munitions debris and range residue to verify presence or absence of energetic materials, surface and subsurface clearance, ordnance avoidance projects and other munitions and explosives of concern (MEC) related work. This position will perform other supervisory and field related functions as assigned and will interface with CAPE's Quality Control and Safety and Health Programs to allow CAPE to achieve profit goals and excellent client satisfaction in alignment with the Mission, Vision and Values of CAPE.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Attends site visits and assists Project Managers and Operations Management with the preparation of cost estimates and technical proposals for MEC related activities

· Provides key input into and reviews of project plans including, but not limited to, Explosives Safety Submissions (ESS), Explosives Safety Plans (ESP), Health & Safety Plans (ESP), Technical & Management Work Plans (TMWP), Project Schedules and other plans as required by the scope of work. SUXOS typically do not develop these plans, but provide key input to support compliance.

· Inspects unexploded ordnance, ordnance related materials and range residue to verify presence or absence of energetic materials.

· Certifies the materials as free of energetic materials

· Supervises UXO Technicians, equipment operators and construction laborers during sorting movement and segregation of unexploded ordnance and bombing/artillery range target scrap.

· Oversees demilitarization of ordnance, military type vehicles and assorted residue.

· Operates hand held radiation detection instruments to screen range residue for low-level radioactive waste items

· Operates handheld magnetometers and conducts range sweeps to locate subsurface anomalies

· Identifies and verifies unexploded ordnance, fuzes and fuze conditions.

· Supervises and/or performs intrusive operations to excavate and identify anomalies

· Performs on-site explosive demolition of munitions and explosives of concern (MEC) and MEC related items

· Oversees the storage, transport, handling and administrative accounting of demolition explosives.

· Provide technical expertise and technical assistance to staff

· Performs Administrative tasks necessary for execution of projects including timely preparation of time sheets and expense reports, verification of subcontractor services, preparation of purchase orders project related materials & supplies, etc. for assigned projects.

· In coordination with Operations Management, evaluate overall staffing needs on assigned projects

· Align staff and self with CAPE's policies, procedures, culture and values

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Deadlines and due dates of delegated tasks are managed to achieve cost performance goals within assigned area

· Ensure that no lost work and/or safety violations impact the health and safety of CAPE employees and assigned project schedules

· Display a consistent effort to listen, comprehend and act in response to the needs of both internal and external clients to provide excellent service and client satisfaction

· Achieve above average to excellent client satisfaction ratings on all assigned projects

· Ensure timely and appropriate generation, collection, dissemination, storage, and ultimate disposition of project information

· Keep required licensing and certifications current

· Attend all required training courses as applicable

· Develop and maintain knowledge of all corporate policies and reporting systems

· Keep an open line of continuous communication with project team, clients and other CAPE staff for multiple aspects of task execution and completion

· Actively participate in quarterly and annual performance evaluation meetings with Supervisor and direct reports to identify potential areas of professional development as well as deficiencies and plans for improvement

· Live CAPE's values and follow CAPE's Policies and Procedures

· Meet budgets, commitments and internal and external clients' expectations.

· Understanding and compliance with corporate announcements and/or initiatives communicated through company-wide emails

· Can do attitude, seek ways to perform tasks quickly and correctly and relate to others in a way that you are someone they look forward to working with.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

· High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED) or demonstrated proficiency in both oral and written communication with the fundamental knowledge of mathematics demonstrated by the ability to solve a variety of problems that can be modeled or solved by quantitative means.

· Graduate of U.S. Army Bomb Disposal School, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD, U.S. Naval EOD School, Indian Head, MD or military EOD school of Canada, Great Britain, Germany or Australia.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

· Ten (10) years combined military EOD and civilian contractor UXO experience in all phases of UXO and UXO related operations to ensure compliance with DOD directives and local, state and federal statutes. Experience to include supervising and performing on-site disposal of munitions and explosives of concern (MEC)

· Ten (10) years of experience supervising activities and personnel on ordnance avoidance and investigation, range clearance, hazardous material and waste management project sites

REQUIRED OUTSIDE TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

· Valid Driver's License with the ability to drive on company business

· 40 Hour Hazwoper certification and annual refreshers as applicable to assigned Business Unit and/or Service Line

· First-Aid and CPR/AED Training

· 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety & Health Training or equivalent

· USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors Training

· The job holder may require additional job-related certification and/or training during the course of employment for specific tasks and/or field operations support

CRITICAL SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

· Ability to fully perform all functions enumerated for UXO Sweep Personnel, UXO Technician I, UXO Technician II and UXO Technician III as defined in DoD Explosives Safety Board Technical Paper 18 "Minimum Qualifications for Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Technicians and Personnel."

· Knowledge of EOD/UXO industry standards

· Technical knowledge and the ability to learn additional technical, science and engineering based concepts

· Willingness and ability to respond quickly and effectively to client questions and problems. Able to balance competing demands among clients with differing needs and expectations

· Proficient in the use, management and administration of the information technology platforms in use at CAPE

· Personal time organization, time management, follow-up, ability to handle multiple tasks, priorities, and handle details on multiple projects

· Must have above average oral, written, and listening communication skills

· Willingness to work within a team environment to achieve success

· Strong work ethic and leadership abilities

· Foster teamwork and value diversity; hold oneself and others accountable for living CAPE's values in every decision we make, every action we take, and every communication we have

REQUIRED INTERNAL TRAINING FOR THIS POSITION:

· New Hire Orientation/On-Boarding Training

· Annual Ethical Standards and Business Conduct Training

· Anti-Harassment Training

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES REQUIRED TO MEET DEMANDS OF POSITION;

The work environment characteristics and associated physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Potential exposure to equipment operation hazards and moving mechanical parts

· Potential exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; elevated work locations; outside weather conditions; and exposure to heat or cold extremes.

· Potential moderate to high noise exposures in the work environment

· Potential exposure to chemical, physical, and biological hazards such as: hazardous materials/waste and toxic airborne contaminants; physical hazards from work environment conditions and equipment operations; and biological hazards from poisonous plants and animals.

· Position requires the passing of baseline and annual medical examinations as applicable to assigned Business Unit or Service Line

· Activities may require use of respiratory protection and chemical protective clothing

· Tasks involve frequent standing and sitting. Occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell.

· Tasks involve lifting up to 75 pounds in weight, pushing, pulling or carrying objects, using abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue

· Vision abilities specifically required include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus

· Weekend work and/or work requiring long periods away from home

Cape Environmental Management Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.