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Position Title:

Entry Level Commercial Diver

Department:

Dive Operations

Reports To:

Dive Supervisor

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Location: Various project sites. Travel required; based in Jacksonville, FL.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Commercial Diver at Underwater Mechanix, Inc. (UMX) is responsible for the safe and proficient execution of underwater construction, inspection, repair, and maintenance tasks in support of marine construction and commercial diving projects. Operating under the direct supervision of the Dive Supervisor, the Commercial Diver performs a wide range of subsurface tasks including underwater cutting and welding, pile inspection and repair, concrete placement, rigging, and structure survey. The Commercial Diver is also responsible for serving as standby diver, line tender, and topside support crew member when not in the water.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Underwater Operations

• Perform surface-supplied air diving operations in compliance with the Dive Operations Plan, ADCI, OSHA 1910 subpart T, and EM 385-1-1.
• Execute underwater construction tasks including pile driving assistance, underwater concrete placement, formwork installation, and marine structure repair.
• Perform underwater inspection of piles, fenders, sheet pile walls, submerged structures, and seabed conditions with written and photographic documentation.
• Conduct underwater cutting, welding, and burning operations using oxy-arc and hydraulic tools as qualified and directed.
• Perform underwater rigging, lifting, and material placement tasks in coordination with topside crane and rigging crews.

Standby & Topside Duties

• Serve as standby diver during all dive operations when not in the water; remain suited up and ready for immediate emergency deployment.
• Perform line tender duties including managing umbilical's, maintaining diver communication, and monitoring dive conditions.
• Assist with setup, operation, and breakdown of surface-supplied dive equipment.
• Support topside construction activities including rigging, material handling, and general labor as directed.

Safety & Equipment

• Participate in all pre-dive briefings and JHA/JSA reviews; raise any safety concerns during diving operations.
• Inspect and verify dive equipment prior to each dive; report deficiencies to the Dive Supervisor.
• Complete accurate dive log entries for every dive including depth, bottom time, tasks performed, and anomalies.
• Properly clean, inspect, and stow personal and shared dive equipment after each use.
  

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of accredited commercial diving program.
• Certified Commercial Diver (Surface-Supplied) with current, valid certification card.
• Current dive medical examination (within 12 months).
• Current First Aid, CPR and Oxygen Provider certification.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol screening.
• Valid driver's license; willingness to travel.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances and federal installation access credentials.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Marine Construction/Construction background
• Experience working on Government and municipal projects.
• Power plant or hydroelectric experience
• Underwater cutting / welding
• Experience working around cranes

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires exceptional physical fitness and the ability to perform in variable weather conditions in a marine construction environment. Ability to lift to 50lbs at times is required.

What We Offer:

• 9 paid holidays
• Vacation, sick and bereavement pay
• PPE and annual allowance for boots and prescription safety glasses
• Work shirts provided
  
• Competitive benefits after 60 days of employment. Employer pays 75% of premium payments.
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
• 401k + match up to 3%
• Company-paid life insurance and short term/long term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Career development opportunities
• We offer per diem and lodging on all qualified projects.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Underwater Mechanix Services (UMX) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and applicable laws. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

UMX is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities and to sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Applicants who require an accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources.

Federal Contractor

As a federal contractor, UMX complies with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action requirements. We encourage qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Employment Requirements

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, drug screening, verification of employment eligibility, reference verification, and any position-specific licensing, certification, or security requirements permitted by law. UMX participates in E-Verify and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.

Compensation Transparency

Where required by applicable law, UMX provides a good-faith salary or hourly wage range in its job postings. Compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, certifications, geographic location, and business needs.