Diver/Tender

Global Diving & Salvage, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. seeks a Diver/Tender in Honolulu, HI to support marine construction and diving operations on projects.

The role requires understanding dive plans, equipment operation, and standby diver duties, with strong emphasis on safety and reporting of equipment faults. Candidates should have 5+ years of underwater diving and 5+ years in construction, ACDE/IMCA credentials, and be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5+ years of underwater diving experience.
• 5+ years of construction industry experience.
• Commercial diver training accredited by ACDE or recognized by IMCA.
• Eligible to join a local union and legally work in the United States.
• ADCI Card and/or ADCI Supervisor Card; First Aid/CPR; 40-Hour HAZWOPER; OSHA 10/30; TWIC; diving medical; recent dive logs.
• Valid driver's license and three-year driving record; pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down dive station and equipment.
• Understand diving equipment operations and dive plan execution.
• Assist topside work and divers as directed.
• Maintain and log dives; report hazards and equipment faults.
• Complete employer paperwork in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Maritime experience

Diving equipment knowledge

ACDE/IMCA training

US work authorization

Underwater diving experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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GDS Marine Constr Division Part Time Honolulu, HI, US

Position Overview

Global is currently seeking Diver/Tenders in Hawaii. The Diver/Tender must be able to work in compliance with various marine and land-based projects. This person will report to the company’s Regional Dive Operations Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up and break down of the dive station and all related equipment
• Understand the operational parameters of all diving-related equipment
• Ensure complete understanding of the dive plan and competence to carry out the planned task
• Assist in topside work as required or directed
• Assist the diver in dressing and undressing
• Ability to identify and report any equipment faults, other potential hazards, near misses, or accidents
• Confirm that the diver’s equipment is functioning properly and inform the diving supervisor that the diver is ready
• Continuously tend the diver’s umbilical (keeping at least one hand on the umbilical at all times) and be aware of the diver’s location at all times
• Report any medical problems or symptoms experienced during or after a dive
• Properly complete all paperwork as required by employer policy and/or governmental regulations
• Perform tasks as a standby diver or diver when directed by the supervisor
• A Tender who dives shall be subject to the duties and responsibilities of a diver within the limitations of his or her assignment
• Must be familiar with and alert for symptoms of oxygen toxicity
• Report to the diving supervisor any recent medical treatment or illness so that a proper determination can be made concerning fitness and/or ability to dive
• Undertake dives and other duties as directed by the Supervisor
• Ensure that personal diving equipment is functioning correctly and suitable for the planned dive
• Report to the diving supervisor any defect or malfunction of the diving equipment provided for the diving operation
• Perform routine maintenance on diving equipment
• Maintain a diver log book documenting all dives and have it signed by the Supervisor after each dive
• Read, understand, and comply with all employer’s policies and applicable governmental regulations, as they relate to their qualifications or performance while engaging in diving operations

Qualifications

Education

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent reading, writing, and reasoning skills)

Required Qualifications

• Previous maritime experience and knowledge of diving support equipment
• Must possess working knowledge of industry requirements for equipment
• Must be a graduate of a commercial diver training program accredited by the Association of Diving Educators (ACDE) or as recognized by IMCA
• Must be eligible to enter or be a member of a local union
• All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Experience

• 5+ years of underwater diving experience
• 5+ years of experience in the construction industry

Required Certifications & Credentials

• Valid ADCI Card and/or ADCI Supervisor Card
• First Aid/CPR
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER
• OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction Course Certificate
• TWIC Card
• Current diving physical (or ability to pass one)
• Current certifications of all diver-owned equipment (hat, bottle, etc.)
• Last four dive logs required at time of application
• Valid driver's license and valid car insurance; must submit a three-year driving record
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear a commercial diving hat (25–30 lbs) for approximately 4 hours daily
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repetitively
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (rain, sleet, storm, snow, heat, etc.)

Availability & Scheduling

• 24/7 availability based on project or emergency response needs
• Ability to work on remote or distant projects for several months at a time

Work Location: Honolulu, HI, with travel as needed on a project-by-project basis. This position is on a 6-week rotation.

Preferred Credentials

• Ability to work outside the United States
• IMCA Certified/International Certification cards
• Current Passport(Highly Preferred)
• Boater's Card

*Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. The company will not provide a work visa or relocation for this position.

Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the objective of Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. to obtain qualified employees consistent with position requirements: to seek, employ, promote, and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion/creed, handicap/disability, marital status, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by law.

If you are a candidate with a disability in need of accommodation in the application process, please contact 206-623-0621