Diver/Tender

Jobtailor; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a skilled standby/diver support role in Hawaii. Duties include setting up dive stations, understanding dive plans, and assisting divers under supervision. The role requires extensive diving and construction experience, plus current certifications.

Ideal candidates will maintain equipment, report hazards, and complete required paperwork in line with employer policies and regulations. A valid ADCI card and a current medical are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent reading, writing, and reasoning skills).
• 5+ years of underwater diving experience.
• 5+ years of experience in the construction industry.
• Graduate of a commercial diver training program accredited by ACDE or IMCA.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down 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.
• Identify and report equipment faults, hazards, near misses, or accidents.
• Report to the diving supervisor any recent medical treatment or illness.
• Maintain a diver log book documenting all dives and have it signed by the Supervisor after each dive.

Skills

Underwater diving experience

Construction industry experience

Dive plan understanding

Safety reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Commercial diver training program (ACDE/IMCA)

Job description

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
• 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
• 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

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent reading, writing, and reasoning skills)
• 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
• 5+ years of underwater diving experience
• 5+ years of experience in the construction industry
• Valid ADCI Card and/or ADCI Supervisor Card
• Oxygen Provider/DANO2 NITROX/Enriched Air
• Oxygen 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