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Job Title
UXO Diver
Education
N/A
Location
Remote (Virtual) - US - US (Primary)
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Category
Diver
Salary Grade
Date Needed By
Job Type
Temporary
Travel
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: UXO Diver
Reports to: Director, Marine Services
Subsidiary: AOR international, LLC
Location: Remote
Job Status: Project
About AOR:
AOR is an industry leader with over 40 years of experience providing comprehensive environmental cleanup services by implementing innovative, effective, and sustainable solutions that address today's environmental, infrastructure, and natural resource challenges. AOR delivers aquatic and land-based environmental engineering, remediation, inspection, and construction services. We support clients such as the Florida Department of Transportation, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Department of Energy, and other federal and state government entities.
Position Details:
AOR is seeking highly skilled UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) Divers to support underwater munitions response projects at various locations. The UXO Diver will be responsible for conducting surface-supplied or SCUBA diving operations to locate, identify, and assist with the removal of underwater UXO in compliance with strict safety, environmental, and operational protocols. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced diving and ordnance recognition skills and will be expected to operate effectively in challenging conditions, both independently and as a member of a dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Underwater Hazard Identification: Conduct underwater surveys and search operations to detect, classify, and mark suspected UXO and other military munitions or hazardous materials in aquatic environments.
• Safe UXO Handling & Response: Assist with the safe identification, containment, removal, and disposal of UXO, adhering strictly to established safety management procedures and regulatory guidance. Employ risk mitigation strategies at all times
• Diving Operations: Operate as a member of a commercial dive team using Surface Supplied Air (SSA) and SCUBA systems. Ensure all diving operations adhere to project-specific safety protocols and military/commercial best practices.
• Data Collection & Reporting: Document findings, site conditions, and operational outcomes with detailed written and photographic records. Prepare operational logs and contribute to project reports
• Equipment Management: Maintain, inspect, and operate all diving and UXO-specific detection equipment, ensuring full operational readiness. Report deficiencies and coordinate repairs as necessary.
• Emergency Response: Respond rapidly to on-site emergencies in accordance with established procedures, including providing or assisting with first aid, rescue, and incident reporting.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with applicable OSHA, USACE, Department of Defense, and state/federal environmental regulations.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other dive personnel, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) staff, engineers, and project managers to ensure the seamless execution of field activities. Provide insights and support to non-diving team members on UXO and diving-related matters.

Qualifications:

• Education & Certification:
  • Graduation from an accredited commercial diving school required.
  • ADCI or equivalent commercial diver certification required.
  • Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.
  • IMCA certification preferred.
  • HAZWOPER (40-hour) certification (or 8Hr Refresher) required
  • EOD Graduate Certificate strongly preferred
• Minimum Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of documented experience in underwater UXO operations, with proven success in hazardous materials detection and removal, preferably for military or federal contracts.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of underwater UXO identification, marking, and risk management protocols.
  • Strong understanding of project safety requirements and emergency procedures related to underwater UXO operations.
  • Proficiency in the use and maintenance of commercial diving and UXO detection equipment.
  • Ability to work effectively under stress in dynamic, hazardous, and remote environments.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of documented experience in underwater UXO operations, with proven success in hazardous materials detection and removal, preferably for military or federal contracts.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of underwater UXO identification, marking, and risk management protocols.
  • Strong understanding of project safety requirements and emergency procedures related to underwater UXO operations.
  • Proficiency in the use and maintenance of commercial diving and UXO detection equipment.
  • Ability to work effectively under stress in dynamic, hazardous, and remote environments.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. The employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Leisnoi is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Leisnoi considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status or any other legal protected status. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Leisnoi Corporation, may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to Leisnoi Shareholders and their Descendants.
# of Hires Needed
10
Exemption Type
Non-Exempt