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$32 - $42/hr

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for an Electronics Technician to join our rapidly growing team in Quonset, RI for our Dive-XL platform. In this role, you will be working on cutting-edge technology aimed ...

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How much do dive technician jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for dive technician in the United States is $40,199.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $38,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dive technician?

A Dive Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and servicing diving equipment to ensure safety and compliance with industry standards. They work with scuba and surface-supplied diving gear, conduct inspections, and troubleshoot technical issues. Dive Technicians may be employed in commercial diving, military, or recreational industries, ensuring that divers have reliable equipment for underwater operations.

What are the common responsibilities of a dive technician?

Dive Technicians typically spend their days maintaining, inspecting, and repairing diving equipment to ensure it meets high safety standards before each use. They also perform routine checks on compressors, gas blending systems, and communications gear, and may assist in the setup and breakdown of dive operations. Collaboration with dive supervisors, commercial divers, and other technical staff is common to coordinate tasks and respond quickly to any equipment issues. This role requires a balance of hands-on technical work, administrative documentation, and effective teamwork to keep underwater operations running smoothly and safely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dive technician?

A Dive Technician needs strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of diving equipment, and formal diving qualifications, often requiring certification such as an IMCA or ADCI diver technician credential. Familiarity with servicing compressed air systems, valves, scuba gear diagnostics, and underwater communications equipment is necessary. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities ensure safe, reliable operation of diving equipment and adherence to strict safety regulations in dynamic underwater environments.

What does a dive technician do?

A dive technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and testing diving equipment such as scuba gear, underwater tools, and life support systems. They often work in marine environments or underwater facilities and may require certifications like CPR and diving licenses to perform inspections and ensure safety standards.
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Infographic showing various Dive Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,199 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Full-Time or Part Time Seasonal SCUBA Dive Technician

Waterfront Restoration

Minnetonka, MN โ€ข On-site

$10 - $15/hr

Full-time, Part-time

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Job description

Hiring NOW for Summer 2013 Positions!
Full-Time, or Part-Time, Seasonal (May-September)
Work primarily underwater with a Dive Team of 3 to 6 SCUBA certified technicians. Efficiently and effectively perform by-the-root removal of lake weeds in depths up to 15 feet of water. Labor intensive both in and out of water: must be able to carry bags full of vegetation up to 80lbs. Healthy physical status and SCUBA certification necessary. Discounted certification course may be available if not yet certified. Compensation structure rewards for individual and team productivity with base pay plus bonuses for each job. Base hourly pay starting at $8.00 for on-the-job training period. After on-job-training, earnings usually fall in $10-$15.00 range or more per hour when bonuses are added. Reports to Crew Jobsite Manager.
Rapid opportunity for advancement in high growth, entrepreneurial company. Other positions may be available at the time of this posting.
+This is a seasonal position
+Tends to be a great fit for students or others with summers available
+FT hours are limited to the summer months in most cases
+Required to work a minimum of 20 hours for PT, minimum of 35hrs for FT position from May-July.
+Overtime opportunities available and encouraged up to 60 hrs/wk during busy season.
+July and August hours may decrease due to seasonality.
+Offseason/Winter hours may be available.
+ Must be able to work weekends when necessary