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EOD Munitions Support Technician

Panama City, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

This work is focused on providing Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Support to the 801st Red Horse Training Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The work is on-site in Florida, with normal ...

This work is focused on providing Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Support to the 801st Red Horse Training Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The work is on-site in Florida, with normal ...

This work is focused on providing Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Support to the 801st Red Horse Training Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The work is on-site in Florida, with normal ...

Graduate of the Navy School of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCHOLEOD). * Minimum of four (4) years of military or civilian experience as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician **or** a ...

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How much do explosive ordnance disposal eod jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for explosive ordnance disposal eod in the United States is $50,027.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,000.00 and $52,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an explosive ordnance disposal EOD?

An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) job involves identifying, disarming, and disposing of explosive devices, including bombs, landmines, and IEDs. EOD technicians work in military, law enforcement, and civilian roles to neutralize threats and ensure public safety. They undergo intensive training in handling hazardous materials, robotics, and demolition techniques. Their work is crucial in combat zones, homeland security, and disaster response situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in explosive ordnance disposal EOD?

To thrive as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) specialist, you need in-depth knowledge of munitions, strong problem-solving skills, excellent physical fitness, and typically formal military training or EOD certification. Mastery of specialized tools and robotics, as well as adherence to safety protocols and EOD-specific technical systems, are essential. Attention to detail, calm under pressure, teamwork, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this high-risk field. These attributes are crucial for safely identifying, disarming, and disposing of explosive hazards while minimizing risks to team members and the public.

What are the typical working conditions and team dynamics for an explosive ordnance disposal EOD specialist?

EOD specialists often work in challenging and unpredictable environments, including military bases, combat zones, airports, or industrial sites, depending on their employer. The role typically involves working as part of a small, highly trained team where clear communication and mutual trust are essential for safe and successful operations. EOD technicians may be required to respond to emergencies at any hour, with periods of intense activity followed by downtime. Career advancement opportunities often include roles such as EOD team leader, instructor, or transition into related security or emergency management positions.

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Infographic showing various Explosive Ordnance Disposal Eod job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,027 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Unexploded Ordnance Technician I (UXO Tech I)

GSI Service Group, Inc.

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

This job description identifies the major responsibilities of this position. It does not include all aspects of the position such as potential additional duties requested by supervisors/managers and the requirement for flexibility in helping others for the Company's overall benefit. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

JOB SUMMARY

Unexploded Ordnance Technicians identify all types of discarded military munitions. They locate, extract, move, and consolidate any discarded military munitions. Unexploded Ordnance Technicians prepare firing systems, inspect materials to determine risks, and transport demolition materials.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform clearance sweep personnel functions
  • Reconnoiter and classify UXO and Discarded Military Munitions (DMM); identify all types of military munitions, including possible fuzzes and their condition, armed or unarmed.
  • Examples of these military munitions are: Projectiles Rockets Land mines and associated components Pyrotechnic items Military explosives and demolition materials Grenades Excavate subsurface UXO and DMM;
  • Move and/or consolidate UXO and DMM that has been determined acceptable for movement within a Munitions Response Site (MRS) or Munitions Response Area (MRA), but not over public traffic routes.
  • Transport demolition materials, UXO and DMM that have been determined safe fortransport over public traffic routes, when required.
  • Prepare firing systems, both electric and non-electric, for demilitarization operations.
  • Assist in inspections of Material Potentially Presenting an explosive hazard;
  • Construct UXO-related protective works.
  • Other assigned duties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Graduate of a qualified explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) school. As an exception, a UXO I may be a graduate of a qualified UXO school, per DDESB TP18
  • Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification IAW 29 CFR 1910.120
  • Current 29 CFR 1910.120 HAZWOPER Physical
  • Ability to work outside normal work hours at short notice as dictated by work load
  • Ability to work away from primary work location in excess of normal work day
  • Ability to travel outside the US
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Valid Drivers License & clean driving record.

Acknowledgment
Selected candidate will be responsible for the satisfactory execution of these duties, responsibilities and functions. Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time without these changes being specified in this job description and that this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed when filling this position.

Employment Type: Full-Time