Underwater Construction Diver

orionexternalcareers; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, including Prescription Drugs

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Orion is seeking a Dive Tender for our marine construction projects in the Tampa Bay area. The role ensures safe planning and execution of all diving operations, coordinating with the Diving Supervisor and project team.

Candidate must have at least 2 years of dive-tending experience and commercial dive training; strong safety mindset, good communication, and ability to work in variable conditions on offshore and on-site locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of dive tending experience and completion of commercial dive training.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to pass a physical examination.
• Experience on marine construction projects is preferred.
• Strong verbal communication and ability to work as part of a dive team.

Responsibilities

• Work as assigned by the Diving Supervisor to ensure safe and successful completion of diving operations.
• Perform topside and underwater tasks as directed by the Diving Supervisor.
• Ensure all diver-worn equipment is maintained and ready to use; assist in maintenance of equipment.
• Obey commands/signals to return to surface immediately.
• Report any physical issues to the Diving Supervisor before and after dives.
• Follow safe diving procedures per Diving Manual, policies, and regulations.
• Prepare on-site Emergency Plan with recompression facility contact information.
• Participate in Company training on safety, procedures, and CPR.
• Support safety and environmental initiatives to comply with regulations.

Skills

Dive tending

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Education

Commercial dive training

Job description

Orion is seeking a Dive Tender for our marine construction projects in the Tampa Bay area. The role ensures safe planning and execution of all diving operations, coordinating with the Diving Supervisor and project team.

Candidate must have at least 2 years of dive-tending experience and commercial dive training; strong safety mindset, good communication, and ability to work in variable conditions on offshore and on-site locations.