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Entry Level Commercial Diving Jobs (NOW HIRING)

All diving adheres to or exceeds OSHA regulations. Our team fosters an inclusive safety culture ... National Highway Institute Underwater Bridge Inspection Certificate; * Entry-level commercial ...

All diving adheres to or exceeds OSHA regulations. Our team fosters an inclusive safety culture ... National Highway Institute Underwater Bridge Inspection Certificate; * Entry-level commercial ...

All diving adheres to or exceeds OSHA regulations. Our team fosters an inclusive safety culture ... National Highway Institute Underwater Bridge Inspection Certificate; * Entry-level commercial ...

All diving adheres to or exceeds OSHA regulations. Our team fosters an inclusive safety culture ... National Highway Institute Underwater Bridge Inspection Certificate; * Entry-level commercial ...

All diving adheres to or exceeds OSHA regulations. Our team fosters an inclusive safety culture ... National Highway Institute Underwater Bridge Inspection Certificate; * Entry-level commercial ...

Commercial Diver

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

$25/hr

... Entry Level Air Tender/Diver by ADCI or equivalent certification. (Air Diving Supervisor ... Working knowledge of surface-supplied commercial diving equipment used for inland, air-only diving.

Marine Construction Laborer

Wilmington, NC

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Intercoastal Marine began as a small commercial diving/service corporation supporting heavy ... The position of a Bridges/Structures Laborer is an entry level position and assists with building ...

Marine Construction Laborer

Wilmington, NC ยท On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Intercoastal Marine began as a small commercial diving/service corporation supporting heavy ... The position of a Bridges/Structures Laborer is an entry level position and assists with building ...

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How much do entry level commercial diving jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level commercial diving in the United States is $48,610.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,500.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Commercial Diving vs Commercial Diver?

AspectEntry Level Commercial DivingCommercial Diver
CertificationsOpen Water Diver, Basic Commercial Diving CertificationAdvanced certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentSupervised, entry-level tasks underwaterFull scope underwater work, more complex projects
ExperienceLimited, beginner levelSignificant experience required

Entry Level Commercial Divers are beginners with basic certifications, performing supervised underwater tasks. Commercial Divers have advanced training and handle complex projects independently. The main difference lies in experience, certification level, and scope of work.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Commercial Diving job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,610 per year, or $23.4 per hour.
Commercial Diver Instructor

Commercial Diver Instructor

Commercial Divers International

El Paso, TX โ€ข On-site

$45K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Commercial Divers International Ft. Bliss Diving Program-ย  the Nations Only Commercial Diving Training Center on a US Military Base.

This position is assigned to a privateย post-secondary vocational training facility located on Ft. Bliss in El Paso Texas.

This school teaches all aspects of commercial diving to include but not limited to, divingย physics, diving medicine, hyperbaric chamber operations, underwater cutting and welding,ย topside welding and cutting and rigging to meet the minimum entry level standard for aย commercial diver/tender.

Responsibilities

II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Instructs basic diving, safety and underwater work skills to students.
  • Works with other staff members to ensure practical diving instructions are safe at all times.
  • Enforces Diving safety standards and facility operational rules for all individuals using the facilities.
  • Plans and organizes instruction methods and goals that support the general teaching outlines provided by the Education Director and the certifying organization.
  • Organizes and directs activities of students in order to provide a high level of quality instructions for all diving students.
  • Provides individual feedback to students regarding student's development and achievements.
  • Provides introductory equipment orientations, when needed.
  • Inspects equipment used for Diving instruction, ensuring they are within the condition required by environmental health and industry standards. Informs supervisor of deficiencies.
  • Completes and submits records and documentation of completed lessons to the student services office.
  • Works with the Education Director on an on-going basis to upgrade, improve and refine individual teaching skills.
  • Prepares and completes accident/incident reports during emergency situations. Notifies management of all emergencies immediately.
  • Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).
  • Helps organize and assists in the development of special programs, activities or instruction.
  • Completes regular cleaning and tidying of equipment used for diving instruction to ensure the maintenance of a safe environment for staff and patrons.
  • Answers telephone providing information in regards to facility hours of operation, upcoming special events and programs, etc.

Company Description

CDI is the only commercial diving school on a military base and one of very few in the United States.