Commercial Diving Apprentice Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Overview

 Global is currently seeking a Diver/Tender based in Sacramento, CA. This person will report to the company’s Regional Dive Operations Manager. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Undertake dives and other duties as directed by the Supervisor; 
• A Tender who dives shall be subject to the duties & responsibilities of a diver within the limitations of their assignment.
• Ensure that personal diving equipment is working correctly and is suitable for the planned dive;
• Ensure complete understanding of the dive plan and is competent to carry out the planned task; 
• Know the routine and emergency procedures; 
• Report any medical problem or symptoms experienced during or after the dive; 
• Ability to identify and report any equipment faults, other potential hazards, near misses, or accidents; 
• Maintain a diver's logbook, keep it up to date, and have the Supervisor sign it after each dive.

Required Skills

• Previous maritime experience and knowledge of diving support equipment
• Must possess working knowledge of industry requirements for equipment
• All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and valid car insurance, and submit a driving record for the past three years 
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in a random drug & alcohol testing program
• Able to pass a background check
• Must submit the last four dive logs 
• Read, understand, and comply with all employer policies and applicable governmental regulations as they relate to their qualifications or performance while engaging in diving operations.
• Current certifications of all diver-owned equipment (i.e., Hat, bottle, etc.) 
• Must possess a current diving physical or be able to pass a diving physical 
• Ability to wear a commercial diving hat, 25-30lbs, for approximately 4 hours daily 
• Ability to work in all weather conditions: rain, sleet, storm, snow, heat, etc. 
• Ability to work on remote or distant projects as needed for several months at a time 
• Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively 
• 24-hour and 7-day-a-week availability based on project or emergency response needs 
• Current ADCI Card 
• Oxygen Provider/DANO2 
• First/Aid CPR 
• GDS mandatory training and other required programs
• Must be eligible to enter or be a member of a local union

Required Experience

Must be a graduate of a commercial diver training program accredited by the Association of Diving Educators (ACDE) or others as recognized in IMCA.

Preferred Credentials

• 1-3 years of underwater diving experience
• 1-3 years of experience in the construction industry  
• Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC Card 
• Ability to work outside the United States 
• IMCA Certified/International Certification cards 
• NITROX /Enriched Air Oxygen 
• HAZWOPER 
• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour construction course certificate
• Current Passport
• Boaters Card (California state boaters' card)

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

Union Representation Statement:

 This hourly position is governed by the Northern California Local 34 Pile Drivers, Divers, Carpenters, Bridge, Wharf, and Dock Builders Union Collective Bargaining agreement.

Summary hourly range: $66.26 – $234.56 per Schedule A, with opportunities for overtime.  

Union members will be eligible for the benefits provided by the Union. Union benefits include:

• Health & Welfare
• Pension
• Annuity
• Vacation
• Work Fee
• Apprenticeship
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick Leave Admin.
• Calif. Construction Advancement Program or “I.P.”
• Contract Administration
• Carpenters International Training Fund
• Geographic & Marketing/LMCC

Per applicable law, newly hired employees in California will accrue sick time at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 or email hr@gdiving.com.