Water Survival Training Dive Master

Applied Training Solutions; Washington; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Training Solutions is seeking a Water Survival Training Dive Master for Fairchild Air Force Base, WA. The role involves overseeing military diving and water survival training, managing dive operations, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must possess DoD certification as a Diver First Class, and a minimum of 3 years' operational diving experience. The position is full-time and in-person, requiring US citizenship and an active SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as an Operational Diver First Class.
• Thorough familiarity with diving emergency protocols.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Dive Supervisor training sessions.
• Manage dive locker operations and equipment.
• Support military divers and continuation training.

Skills

Operational Diving

Emergency Treatment Knowledge

SCUBA Safety Qualification

Blueprint Reading

High-Pressure Air Systems Maintenance

Education

DoD Certified Diver First Class

Tools

US Navy Diving Manual

Dive/Jump Reporting System

US Navy Planned Maintenance System

Job description

Overview

Position: Water Survival Training Dive Master

Location: Fairchild Air Force Base, (FAFB), WA

Applied Training Solutions, LLC (ATS) is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Water Survival Training Dive Master to support U.S. Air Force survival training operations at Fairchild Air Force Base. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert in military diving and water survival, delivering water survival supervision, safety oversight, and hands-on support for Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) and military diver training programs. You will manage dive locker operations, maintain and certify diving and high-pressure air systems, oversee SCUBA and SERE Safety Diver qualification programs, and support open-water continuation training. Your expertise will ensure safe, compliant, and effective execution of water survival and dive operations in support of mission-ready Airmen.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Dive supervisor training
• Maintain dive locker and equipment
• Support military divers
• Support continuation training open water dives
• Manage SERE Safety Diver Qualification Upgrade Program, and SCUBA qualification program

Qualifications

• DoD certified Diver First Class / qualified and operated as a Naval Enlisted Classification (NEC) M1DV Diver First Class (Legacy NEC Code 5342) as outlined in NAVPERS 18068F Vol II or cross-service suitable substitutes who meet qualifications from NAVPERS 18068F Vol II
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as an Operational Diver First Class
• Thorough familiarity with recognition and treatment of diving emergencies as outlined in the US Navy Diving Manual
• Current lifeguard qualified or ability to become qualified before the time of hire
• Capable of swimming in turbulent waters
• 3 years' experience and knowledge of US Navy recompression chamber operations
• 3 years' experience in certification and maintenance of high-pressure air systems
• 3 years' experience in employing the US Navy Dive/Jump Reporting System, U.S. Navy Planned Maintenance System, and the 3M system
• 3 years' experience in reading blueprints and schematic drawings, understanding specifications and interpreting illustrated parts breakdowns and other publications used in the field of Dive-Locker/Maritime equipment and dive-related specialization
• Knowledgeable of USAF and MAJCOM regulatory guidelines and instructions
• Proof of US Citizenship required

Other Requirements

• US Citizenship required for this Position: Yes
• Performance Location: Fairchild Air Force Base, WA
• Relocation Assistance: No
• Clearance Type: Position requires an active SECRET clearance
• Travel Required: Limited, within local training complex areas
• Job Types: Full-time, Contract
• Work Location: In-person

Working Environment

This position is performed primarily in outdoor and aquatic training environments in support of military water survival and SERE operations. Work is conducted in open-water, pool, and dive training facilities and may involve exposure to variable weather conditions, cold water, strong currents, and physically demanding scenarios. The role requires frequent swimming, diving, lifting, and handling of dive equipment, as well as extended periods in and around water. Duties are performed in close coordination with military personnel in a structured, safety-focused training environment, with strict adherence to U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, and DoD safety standards and operational procedures.