Hyperbaric Chamber Operator Trainee (On-Call)

University Health Partners of Hawaii; Honolulu, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

University Health Partners of Hawaiʻi is seeking an On-Call Part-Time Hyperbaric Chamber Operator Trainee in Honolulu, Hawaii. You will assist in operating, maintaining, and calibrating the hyperbaric chamber and related systems under the Director of Safety and Operations.

The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, safety drills participation, and the ability to lift and work in confined spaces. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and BLS certification (or within 90 days),

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification or obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Training as a mechanic with air compressors, pipefitting, welding, and gas handling.
• Familiarity with hyperbaric environments.
• Experience in diving or medical equipment maintenance/calibration.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and assist with repairs of the Hyperbaric Chamber System and related equipment.
• Maintain credentials and participate in HTC training and safety drills.
• Collaborate with the Director of Safety and Operations and support engineering tasks.

Skills

BLS Certification

Hyperbaric chamber familiarity

Mechanical troubleshooting

Diving experience / medical equipment

SCUBA certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Hyperbaric Chamber Operator Trainee (On-Call)

On Call Part-Time Technical Honolulu, HI, US 1 Attachments

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1745

Salary Range: $18.00 To $32.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY

Works with the Director of Safety and Operations to operate, maintain and assist with maintenance and repairs associated with the Hyperbaric Chamber System, engineering equipment, facilities, and all other ancillary support equipment within the Hyperbaric Treatment Center. Maintain and/or develop credentials and competencies; participate in HTC training and safety drills.

HOURS: On-Call

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum:

• High school graduate/equivalent or higher.
• Current Certification for BLS from American Heart Association or will obtain the required BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Training as a mechanic familiar with air compressors, pipefitting, welding, and oxygen gas mixture and/or specialized medical equipment maintenance with troubleshooting/calibration expertise.
• Familiarity with hyperbaric environments.
• Experience in diving, hyperbaric environments and/or a medical specialty.
• Experience in military, commercial diving or medical equipment maintenance/calibration.
• Keen understanding with ancillary equipment, chamber systems and/or life support units.
• Familiarity with dive tables, national codes and standards pertaining to hyperbaric chamber systems and national occupational safety standards.
• Familiarization with compressor, engineering, and pressure systems maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of oxygen and other gas mixture handling procedures as it pertains to chamber treatments.
• Basic knowledge of diving medicine, diving physics, and patient medical care.

Preferred:

• SCUBA certification
• Certified Hyperbaric Technologist
• Dive medical tech
• EMT, Corpsman, Medic

EQUIPMENT USED

• Standard office equipment (phone, typewriter, computer, fax, copier, calculator)
• Multiplace hyperbaric chamber, compressed gases including oxygen and nitrogen, maintenance equipment
• Power and hand tools

JOB CONDITIONS

• Ability to work inside a chamber environment that is enclosed, confined space and pressurized.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Requires ability to lift 100 pounds (assisting incapacitated patients).
• Physically capable to work inside a chamber environment.
• Successful completion of diving physical exam.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Pay rate: Hyperbaric Chamber Operator Trainee - $18/hr. Hyperbaric Chamber Operator range of $27/hr. to $32/hr.
• Retirement plan with up to 3% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance

UHP Hawai‘i is an EEO employer.

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HTC Chamber Op Trainee JD 04.07.2026.pdf