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Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following: Meets dealership sales goals.
Greets customer and determines make, type, and quality of vehicle desired.
Explains features and demonstrates operation of vehicle in showroom or on demonstration drive.
Suggests optional equipment for customer to purchase.
Computes and quotes sales price, including tax, trade-in allowance, and discount.
Completes paperwork accompanying vehicle sales, including but not limited to, preparing sales slip or sales contract.
Arranges for delivery and registration of vehicle.
Researches availability of models and optional equipment.
Engages in business development.
Addresses customer concerns.
Maintains CSI at or above Company standards Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area Participates in required training Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system Follows Safeguards rules and regulations.
Demonstrates the Company’s Core Values Complies with Company policies and procedures Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties.
Other duties as assigned Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform the essential functions.
Desired Education: o GED √ High School Diploma o Associate Degree o Bachelor Degree o Master Degree o Doctorate Degree Field of Study/Work Experience: o Accounting √ Automotive o Business o Human Resources o Information Technology Desired Work Experience: √ up to 3 years o 3-5 years o 5+ years Education/Experience: Prior sales and/or customer service experience desired.
Certificates and Licenses: √ Valid Driver’s License o Automobile Salesperson License Computer Skills: Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Intermediate ability to learn web applications for customer management.
Communication Skills: Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.
Attendance Requirements: The position requires regular and predictable attendance.
Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and sit.
Environment Demands: Duties are performed throughout the premises, both indoors and outdoors and on customer test drives.
Due to the nature of the position, may be exposed to various work environments and required to perform a variety of tasks.
Heavy standing work.
Work includes frequent movement around the company facilities and the outdoor car lot to interact with customers and other departments.
Verbal and Writing Ability: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees.
Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
Ability to deal with standardized situations.
Core Values: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following Core Values: Servant Leadership Servant Leaders consciously put the needs of others before their own, because to serve people is to value them.
Teamwork through Trust & Respect Diversity is strength, and when we trust and respect one another we can work as a team to achieve at a high level.
Integrity Being honest and transparent with people, in an effort to do the right thing within the letter and spirit of the law, drives every action we take and every decision we make.
Commitment to Customer Enthusiasm Every day we recommit ourselves to the customer experience, and we are empowered to exceed the expectations of our customers.
Passion for Winning Hendrick’s tradition of winning is based on the idea of striving to be the best, not the biggest, and is therefore defined by how we treat our people.
Accountability at All Levels Taking ownership of our actions and our decisions allows us to grow as individuals, and support each other as a team.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement Every day we soften our hearts as well as our egos, in order to seek out and improve upon areas of opportunity within ourselves and our team.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee.
The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.
This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.
Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit .
Responsible for scheduling service to be performed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following: Works with customer and technician to identify required maintenance.
Advises customers on necessary and recommended services.
Offers additional services and repairs to customers.
Computes cost of replacement parts and labor to restore vehicle to condition specified by customer.
Estimates cost of mechanical, electrical, or other repairs.
Enters itemized estimate on service order and explains estimate to customer.
Schedules appointments with customer.
Meets dealership’s standards for repair and order production.
Maintains CSI at or above Company standards Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area Participates in required training Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system Follows Safeguards rules and regulations.
Demonstrates the Company’s Core Values Complies with Company policies and procedures Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties.
Other duties as assigned Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform the essential functions.
Desired Education: o GED √ High School Diploma o Associate Degree o Bachelor Degree o Master Degree o Doctorate Degree Field of Study/Work Experience: o Accounting √ Automotive o Business o Human Resources o Information Technology Desired Work Experience: o up to 3 years √ 3-5 years o 5+ years Education/Experience: Previous experience in automotive or customer service industries.
Working knowledge of the mechanical operations of vehicles.
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills.
Certificates and Licenses: √ Valid Driver’s License o Automobile Salesperson License Computer Skills: Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products.
Ability and knowledge of the Dealership Management System and other web based applications utilized for operations.
Communication Skills: Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.
Attendance Expectations: The position requires regular and predictable attendance.
Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and sit.
May be exposed to load noise, vibration, exhaust fumes, and other service repair conditions.
Environment Demands: Duties are generally performed in the service area.
Responsibilities may include conducting road tests on customer vehicles.
Work includes inspection of customer vehicles and frequent movement around the Service Department to convey information between customers and service technicians.
Frequently interacts with customers, service manager and service technicians, and employees from various departments in the dealerships.
Verbal and Writing Ability: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees.
Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
Ability to deal with standardized situations.
Core Values: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following Core Values: Servant Leadership Servant Leaders consciously put the needs of others before their own, because to serve people is to value them.
Teamwork through Trust & Respect Diversity is strength, and when we trust and respect one another we can work as a team to achieve at a high level.
Integrity Being honest and transparent with people, in an effort to do the right thing within the letter and spirit of the law, drives every action we take and every decision we make.
Commitment to Customer Enthusiasm Every day we recommit ourselves to the customer experience, and we are empowered to exceed the expectations of our customers.
Passion for Winning Hendrick’s tradition of winning is based on the idea of striving to be the best, not the biggest, and is therefore defined by how we treat our people.
Accountability at All Levels Taking ownership of our actions and our decisions allows us to grow as individuals, and support each other as a team.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement Every day we soften our hearts as well as our egos, in order to seek out and improve upon areas of opportunity within ourselves and our team.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee.
The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.
This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.
Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit .
The Commercial Manager is responsible for Commercial business development, operations, sales performance results, employee supervision, and customer satisfaction in the Commercial Sales Department.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has direct supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following: Responsible for improving Commercial sales and operations.
Works with upper management and Human Resources to make hiring and discipline decisions.
Assists Commercial sales team with processing or completing sales.
Trains and supervises Commercial sales team.
Develops promotions to motivate Commercial sales team.
Sets schedules for Commercial sales team.
Oversees department inventory.
Interacts with customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
Responsible for sale price & trade-in vehicle appraisal decisions.
Ensures proper reporting of sales to manufacturer(s).
Has working knowledge of factory(s) incentive programs.
Attends required manager meetings.
Maintains effective employee relations.
Maintains CSI at or above Company standards Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area Participates in required training Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system Follows Safeguards rules and regulations.
Demonstrates the Company’s Core Values Complies with Company policies and procedures Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties.
Other duties as assigned Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform the essential functions.
Desired Education: o GED o High School Diploma √ Associate Degree o Bachelor Degree o Master Degree o Doctorate Degree Field of Study/Work Experience: o Accounting √ Automotive o Business o Human Resources o Information Technology Desired Work Experience: o up to 3 years o 3-5 years √ 5+ years Education/Experience: Excellent sales skills, prior supervisory experience preferred.
Working knowledge of automotive sales industry.
Certificates and Licenses: √ Valid Driver’s License o Automobile Salesperson License Computer Skills: Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products.
Intermediate ability and knowledge of Dealership Management System and web based applications.
Communication Skills: Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.
Attendance Expectations: The position requires regular and predictable attendance.
Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and sit.
Environment Demands: Duties are performed throughout the premises, both indoors and outdoors, on customer test drives, and off-premises.
Due to the nature of the position, employee may be exposed to various work environments and required to perform a variety of tasks.
Work includes frequent movement around the company facilities, the outdoor car lot, and off premises to interact with customers and other departments.
Verbal and Writing Ability: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees.
Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
Core Values: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following Core Values: Servant Leadership Servant Leaders consciously put the needs of others before their own, because to serve people is to value them.
Teamwork through Trust & Respect Diversity is strength, and when we trust and respect one another we can work as a team to achieve at a high level.
Integrity Being honest and transparent with people, in an effort to do the right thing within the letter and spirit of the law, drives every action we take and every decision we make.
Commitment to Customer Enthusiasm Every day we recommit ourselves to the customer experience, and we are empowered to exceed the expectations of our customers.
Passion for Winning Hendrick’s tradition of winning is based on the idea of striving to be the best, not the biggest, and is therefore defined by how we treat our people.
Accountability at All Levels Taking ownership of our actions and our decisions allows us to grow as individuals, and support each other as a team.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement Every day we soften our hearts as well as our egos, in order to seek out and improve upon areas of opportunity within ourselves and our team.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee.
The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.
This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.
Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit .
Registered Nurse Career Opportunity
Encompass Health: Where Nursing Meets Heart, Home, and Healing
Are you seeking a nursing career deeply rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? Encompass Health offers a transformative journey where your expertise as a Registered Nurse becomes an integral part of patients' recoveries. Picture the impact of providing individualized, compassionate care that guides patients along their path to healing. With us, small victories lead to monumental impacts as you use your specialized skills to offer top-tier, personalized support. Understand your patients deeply, assist in their rehabilitation goals, and thrive in an environment equipped with cutting-edge technology.
Welcome to a place where nursing becomes a profound contribution to both community and personal fulfillment.
A GlimpseintoOur World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
StartingPerksand Benefits
Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
RealizeYourVision asaRegistered Nurse
- Supervise care and treatments, lead patient assessments, tailor care plans, and address patient concerns to provide exceptional care.
- Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with various departments to ensure coordinated care and provide direct patient care when needed.
- Serve as a resource for fellow staff, supporting them with complex patient needs and inquiries.
- Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients.
Qualifications
- Valid RN licensures as required by state regulations.
- CPR certification (ACLS preferred).
- CRRN certification preferred.
- One year of experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.
We're eager to meet you, and we genuinely mean that. Join us on this remarkable journey!
- Birmingham, AL have an excellent opportunity for a Broadcast Television Engineer.
This position is responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance, and support of studio broadcast systems to ensure reliable, high-quality on-air and digital productions.
This role supports live and recorded programming by maintaining technical infrastructure, troubleshooting issues in real time, and collaborating with Engineering, Operations, IT, and Production teams to meet business and operational objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Install, configure, operate, maintain, and repair television studio production and broadcast systems, including cameras, video switchers, audio consoles, routing systems, intercoms, monitoring, and lighting control equipment Provide technical support for live and recorded studio productions, ensuring system readiness and on-air reliability Monitor studio systems during broadcasts to identify and resolve technical issues quickly and effectively Perform preventative maintenance and routine system testing to minimize service disruptions Assist with engineering projects including system upgrades, technology refreshes, and new equipment deployments Maintain accurate technical documentation, including system configurations, signal flow diagrams, and maintenance records Partner with Production, News, Operations, and IT teams to support operational requirements and workflow efficiencies Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, company engineering standards, and workplace safety policies Support training efforts for operational and production staff as needed Assist with transmitter maintenance Participate in on-call rotations and provide support during evenings, weekends, and holidays as required Required Skills and Qualifications Associate’s degree in Broadcast Engineering, Electronics, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of 3 years of experience in television broadcast engineering or studio technical operations Working knowledge of broadcast video and audio systems, including SDI and IP-based workflows Experience supporting studio production equipment such as cameras, switchers, audio consoles, and intercom systems Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a live production environment Understanding of signal flow, RF fundamentals, and basic networking concepts Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Preferred Skills and Experience Experience with IP-based broadcast technologies (e.g., SMPTE ST 2110, NDI, AES67) Familiarity with newsroom systems, automation, and production workflows Experience supporting live news, sports, or special event productions FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) and/or SBE certification (CBTE, CBT, or equivalent) Knowledge of broadcast facility design and systems integration Physical and Work Requirements Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds Ability to work in technical environments including equipment racks, control rooms, and elevated work areas Flexibility to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us Sinclair, Inc.
(Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports.
The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest.
Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts.
Additional information about Sinclair can be found at the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people.
We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people.
How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.
Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
We're on the hunt for curious, motivated individuals to test and review online money-making opportunities featured on FinanceBuzz. If you enjoy discovering new platforms and sharing your experience, this flexible gig could be perfect for you.
Responsibilities:
Explore and try various side hustle options (cashback sites, survey apps, etc.)
Document and report your experience with each platform
Track potential earnings and ease of use
Share insights to help improve user recommendations
Requirements:
Basic tech skills and a stable internet connection
Comfortable navigating apps and websites
Ability to work independently
No prior experience required
Benefits:
Set your own schedule – work anytime, from anywhere
Try real ways to earn money online
Get paid to share honest feedback
Ideal for side-income seekers, students, or remote workers
Start exploring side hustle opportunities here.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
We’re offering a role for someone who wants to lead their own side-income project in their spare time. You’ll explore various proven side hustles, select the ones that fit your lifestyle, and run them like mini projects.
You’ll get curated content to guide your decisions. The goal is to find manageable, sustainable income streams that don’t interfere with your full-time role.
Responsibilities:
Evaluate side-hustle options and pick those you believe you can execute
Plan and carry out your selected projects or tasks
Track metrics—time invested, return, conversion rates
Refine your focus toward the best-performing hustles
Requirements:
Employed full time or committed to another primary role
Basic skills for remote work (internet, device)
Project mindset: set goals, measure outcomes, adjust
Persistence and consistency
Strong Traits:
Analytical
Willing to adapt
Growth-oriented
Benefits:
No fixed schedule
Remote and flexible
Ability to scale your side work over time
Tools and guidance included
This position is for individuals who want to develop a side income stream while still working full time. You will test different small-scale remote opportunities, learn what works, and grow what produces results.
You’ll use the resources provided to guide you, but your path is self-driven. Over time, you might focus more on the hustles that bring the highest returns.
Responsibilities:
Review and apply different side-hustle ideas tailored for people with full jobs
Execute tasks, manage projects or gigs you select
Keep a simple record of your time vs. earnings
Iterate and improve your approach as you go
Requirements:
Stable full-time job or core commitment
Access to internet and device for remote work
Willingness to test ideas and adapt
Organization, follow-through, and consistency
Bonus Skills:
Ability to analyze which hustles are viable
Comfort with trial and error
Some prior side-gig experience (but not required)
Benefits:
Fully remote
Flexible hours
Potential to grow side income steadily
No micromanagement
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Title : Bomb Technician (EOD) Category / Component : Enlisted • Active Overview Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians locate, identify, render safe, and dispose of explosive threats on land, at sea, and underwater, using advanced robotics, diving, and explosives skills to protect forces and civilians and support fleet and joint operations worldwide.
Key Responsibilities Detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics, and outdated explosives; neutralize ordnance including sea mines, torpedoes, depth charges, and improvised explosive devices; remotely disable unsafe ordnance using robotic and diagnostic technology; conduct parachute and helicopter insertion operations; clear waterways of mines in support of ships and submarines; provide explosive ordnance support to law enforcement agencies and organizations such as the United States Secret Service and Department of State.
What to Expect Global missions in every environment, from parachuting into remote terrain to arriving by small boat on foreign shores; majority of time spent in the field conducting high risk, time critical tasks with strict safety and risk management; regular integration with Special Operations, fleet units, and interagency partners; intense physical and mental demands with a culture that values precision, calm decision making, and discipline.
Work Environment Operate worldwide on land, at sea, and underwater from EOD Mobile Units and detachments; insert via parachute, helicopter, and small boats; work from ships, shore commands, and forward locations; serve in small team based units that balance training, readiness, and operational tasking with limited administrative overhead compared to field work.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by an EOD preparatory course at Great Lakes, Illinois, that builds swimming, conditioning, small boat skills, and risk management fundamentals; EOD Assessment and Selection Course that evaluates aquatic adaptability, running, swimming, academics, professionalism, and teamwork; Navy diver training at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center; Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal, which covers demolition, conventional ordnance, underwater mines, missiles, landmines, and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats; Basic Parachute Training and ongoing advanced training and qualifications throughout a career.
Apply for the Navy Warrior Challenge contract for EOD during initial enlistment, then pass the EOD Physical Screening Test and diver medical screening; complete required assessments and receive recommendation and screening from an EOD officer or senior enlisted EOD technician; additional in service accession requirements may include minimum time on board, performance standards, and command endorsement.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Eyesight correctable within EOD diving standards, with no color blindness; qualifying ASVAB scores using combinations such as arithmetic reasoning and verbal expression or general science, mechanical comprehension, and electronics information; age typically 30 or younger at accession; United States citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance; excellent physical condition and swimming ability, with the capacity to perform detailed technical tasks under stress and in hazardous environments.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
Job Title : Bomb Technician (EOD) Category / Component : Enlisted • Active Overview Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians locate, identify, render safe, and dispose of explosive threats on land, at sea, and underwater, using advanced robotics, diving, and explosives skills to protect forces and civilians and support fleet and joint operations worldwide.
Key Responsibilities Detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics, and outdated explosives; neutralize ordnance including sea mines, torpedoes, depth charges, and improvised explosive devices; remotely disable unsafe ordnance using robotic and diagnostic technology; conduct parachute and helicopter insertion operations; clear waterways of mines in support of ships and submarines; provide explosive ordnance support to law enforcement agencies and organizations such as the United States Secret Service and Department of State.
What to Expect Global missions in every environment, from parachuting into remote terrain to arriving by small boat on foreign shores; majority of time spent in the field conducting high risk, time critical tasks with strict safety and risk management; regular integration with Special Operations, fleet units, and interagency partners; intense physical and mental demands with a culture that values precision, calm decision making, and discipline.
Work Environment Operate worldwide on land, at sea, and underwater from EOD Mobile Units and detachments; insert via parachute, helicopter, and small boats; work from ships, shore commands, and forward locations; serve in small team based units that balance training, readiness, and operational tasking with limited administrative overhead compared to field work.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by an EOD preparatory course at Great Lakes, Illinois, that builds swimming, conditioning, small boat skills, and risk management fundamentals; EOD Assessment and Selection Course that evaluates aquatic adaptability, running, swimming, academics, professionalism, and teamwork; Navy diver training at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center; Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal, which covers demolition, conventional ordnance, underwater mines, missiles, landmines, and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats; Basic Parachute Training and ongoing advanced training and qualifications throughout a career.
Apply for the Navy Warrior Challenge contract for EOD during initial enlistment, then pass the EOD Physical Screening Test and diver medical screening; complete required assessments and receive recommendation and screening from an EOD officer or senior enlisted EOD technician; additional in service accession requirements may include minimum time on board, performance standards, and command endorsement.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Eyesight correctable within EOD diving standards, with no color blindness; qualifying ASVAB scores using combinations such as arithmetic reasoning and verbal expression or general science, mechanical comprehension, and electronics information; age typically 30 or younger at accession; United States citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance; excellent physical condition and swimming ability, with the capacity to perform detailed technical tasks under stress and in hazardous environments.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
