Clearing obstacles
Using explosives and other methods to clear paths for other units
Detecting mines
Using visual, mechanical, electronic, or canine methods to detect and neutralize mines
Building structures
Constructing fighting positions, defensive positions, bridges, roadways, and other structures
Installing systems
Setting up firing systems for demolition, wire obstacle material, and kedge anchorage systems
Operating vehicles
Driving bridge trucks and light vehicles, and serving as a deckhand on a bridge erection boat to sometimes transport cargo
Supporting combat forces
Providing mobility, counter-mobility, and survivability support to combat forces