U.S. Army New England Recruiting Battalion
Ordinance Disposal Specialist – Army
U.S. Army New England Recruiting Battalion, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
ORDNANCE DISPOSAL SPECIALIST
Overview:
As an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist, you’ll be the Army’s preeminent tactical and technical explosives expert. You’ll have the advanced training and critical skills needed to disable and defeat explosive devices and weapons of mass destruction. You’ll research and identify military weapons, assist leadership in the preparation and use of advanced robotics, dispose of hazardous objects, and perform missions in support of Army units worldwide, across all environmental conditions.
Job Duties:
Research and identify ordnance. Assist in the preparation and use of advanced robotics. Explosively dispose of hazardous ordnance. Prepare and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles. Requirements:
Be between the ages of 17–40. Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. Possess a High School Diploma or GED. Submit to background and medical screening. Receive a passing score on the ASVAB. Training:
Job training for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist requires completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 36 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Advanced Individual Training: 7 weeks, 4 days at Fort Gregg-Adams, VA, and 28 weeks, 3 days at Eglin AFB, FL.
Skills Learned:
Basic electronics/electricity fundamentals. Hazards and identification of United States and foreign munitions. Demolition materials, procedures, and operations. Chemical and biological procedures and operations. Helpful Skills:
Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry, and trigonometry. Ability to communicate effectively. Aptitude for planning and organizing. Ability to work calmly under stress. Ability to use computers effectively.
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Overview:
As an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist, you’ll be the Army’s preeminent tactical and technical explosives expert. You’ll have the advanced training and critical skills needed to disable and defeat explosive devices and weapons of mass destruction. You’ll research and identify military weapons, assist leadership in the preparation and use of advanced robotics, dispose of hazardous objects, and perform missions in support of Army units worldwide, across all environmental conditions.
Job Duties:
Research and identify ordnance. Assist in the preparation and use of advanced robotics. Explosively dispose of hazardous ordnance. Prepare and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles. Requirements:
Be between the ages of 17–40. Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. Possess a High School Diploma or GED. Submit to background and medical screening. Receive a passing score on the ASVAB. Training:
Job training for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist requires completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 36 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Advanced Individual Training: 7 weeks, 4 days at Fort Gregg-Adams, VA, and 28 weeks, 3 days at Eglin AFB, FL.
Skills Learned:
Basic electronics/electricity fundamentals. Hazards and identification of United States and foreign munitions. Demolition materials, procedures, and operations. Chemical and biological procedures and operations. Helpful Skills:
Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry, and trigonometry. Ability to communicate effectively. Aptitude for planning and organizing. Ability to work calmly under stress. Ability to use computers effectively.
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