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Ammunition Inspector

Tooele Army Depot, Utah, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$25.10/hr - $35.74/hr

The U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command is seeking an Ammunition Inspector to serve at the Tooele Army Depot. The role involves conducting inspections and tests on ammunition and components, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations, and performing hazardous waste management duties.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct visual, chemical, mechanical, functional, static, and/or dimensional tests in workshop, at storage location, at designated inspection station on processing line, or on test range, as required by the particular activity with which engaged

Independently perform inspections of storage sites for non-standard and hazardous methods of storing ammunition and components

Test lightning protection systems by performing megger tests and record findings

Operate electrical test equipment and use a wide variety of gauges to check for required tolerances

Inspect conveyances carrying incoming/outgoing ammunition shipments for damage, proper lot numbers, compatibility of contents and compliance with associated directives and regulations

Set up and operate specialized Ammunition Peculiar Equipment, dismantling complete rounds into components for inspecting and testing

Operate forklift, pneumatic hoists, and pallet jacks to support sample movements

Observe and inspect the demolition of high-explosive and explosive components, the burning of powder, and the destruction of ammunition at the demolition and burning ranges

Disassemble and breakdown ammunition items by operating a variety of machines, equipment, and fixtures

Use computer systems on a day-to-day basis for data entry purposes

Perform hazardous waste management and/or hazardous waste worker duties in permitted or regulated facilities

Qualification

Ammunition certificationForklift operationHazardous waste managementElectrical test equipmentInspection techniquesAttention to detailTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Ability to do the work of an Ammunition Inspector without more than normal supervision

Experience assisting in conducting inspections of all types of ammunition, missiles and similar materials and/or conducting cyclic inspections on lightning protection system (LPS) for all structures that maintain and store explosives

Assisting in performing function tests on various high explosives and munitions

Must obtain and maintain all required ammunition certification requirements as required by the Career Program

Required to obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License

Must obtain and maintain a license to operate a forklift

Required to pass a physical examination prior to employment and periodically thereafter

Position requires Secret security clearance

Must be cleared in accordance with requirements of AR 190-11. Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA and E)

Must meet the requirements of AMCR 350-4. Training and Certification Program for personnel working in ammunition operations

Required to successfully complete training in hazardous waste management procedures within (6) months of appointment and will not work in unsupervised situations until training requirements are met

Must participate in annual review of training

Work involves lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 45 pounds; working on production lines at rhythmic pace for extended periods; moving and replacing components; loading and unloading items, etc

Work inside and outside; and is subject to extreme weather conditions and exposure to dirt, grease, and noise from machinery

Works with and in close proximity to unusually hazardous materials; may require use of a respirator due to odors or fumes

Must exercise extreme care to prevent fires, explosions, etc., that could result in serious injury, dismemberment, and/or loss of life to self-and/or other workers

Subject to hazards resulting from operation of industrial and production equipment, from assembly operations, or from working around powered conveyors, etc., where accidents could result in serious injury

Is required to wear protective clothing which is specially made and treated for working on and around explosives (safety shoes, glasses, gas masks, coveralls, etc.)