Commercial Diver (Virginia)

McLEAN CONTRACTING COMPANY; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

PTO

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking skilled Commercial Divers for underwater construction projects in McLean, Virginia. Candidates must possess a Commercial Dive School Diploma and have at least 2 years of experience in commercial diving. Responsibilities include completing underwater tasks and operating power and hand tools. Essential qualifications include proficiency in diving equipment and passing a background check for a TWIC card. Benefits include health insurance, a retirement plan, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of related experience in commercial diving.
• Must be able to pass a Homeland Security background check.
• Knowledge of diving equipment and industry requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete underwater construction activities using various tools.
• Inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment/structures.
• Must maintain a valid TWIC card and diving certifications.

Skills

Commercial diving experience

Proficient in hand tools

Proficient in power tools

Welding equipment skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Commercial Dive School Diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Drills

Torches

Job description

McLean Contracting Company is looking to hire Commercial Divers to join our team in the Chesapeake, VA area. Commercial Divers are responsible for completing underwater construction activities using surface supplied air gear to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and/or structures, and use a variety of power and hand tools, such as drills, hammers, torches, and welding equipment.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of related experience, and a comprehensive knowledge of diving equipment and industry requirements. Must be proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools and welding equipment.

Other Skills and Abilities

Must be at least 18 years old, have reliable transportation to work and able to pass a physical. Must be able to pass a Homeland Security background check to qualify for a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).

Certifications

• Commercial Dive School Diploma and four dive logs.
• Current ADC Dive Physical (Physicians Signature) required.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED from a certified facility required.
• Current TWIC Card required.
• Current Emergency O2 Certificate from a certified facility required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current HAZWOPER, OSHA 10 Hour or OSHA 30 Hour Certificate preferred.
• Current ADC Card preferred.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• ESOP
• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• PTO