Overnight Watercraft Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description
Your role at GEI.
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an on-call capacity. This position will primarily operate out of the Metro NY area, with equipment housed in Elizabeth, NJ. The selected candidate will work on projects in various geographies, including but not limited to Metro NY. Primary responsibilities include supporting coastal and waterfront projects relating to shoreline protection, seawalls, marinas, recreational piers, harbors, harbor and facility dredging, and waterfront parks. The selected candidate will also work on land-based projects.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Act as part of a diving team, capable of performing underwater inspections and construction monitoring.
• Support dive team as Tender, Stand-by Diver, and Diver, and through miscellaneous equipment management.
• Capable of working on floating platforms and small boats.
• Perform land-based construction monitoring and other field activities.
• Assist Team Leader with preparing daily field reports and other technical documents.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 or more years of experience diving professionally.
• Experience performing inspections and construction monitoring.
• Experience maintaining and servicing diving equipment and watercraft.
• Experience preparing field reports and other technical documents.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Willingness and ability to work outside in the field, including during inclement conditions.
• Ability to travel for site visits, inspections, and field work, including overnight travel.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current diving certifications and credentials, comprising at a minimum:
• ADCI Air Diver
• Diving Physical within 12 months

Preferred Qualifications

• FHWA-NHI Underwater Bridge Inspection
• FHWA-NHI Safety Inspection of Bridges
• OSHA 10-hr or similar
• TWIC (Transit Worker Identification Credential)
• DOT Medical Clearance
• State Issued Boating License or USCG Captain's License

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With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .
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GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $40.00 - $50.00/hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
• And More...

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
Sedentary
x
Light
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
X (4+ hours)
Standing
X (1-2 hours)
Walking
X (1-2 hours)
Climbing
X
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
(0-25 lbs)
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
(0-25 lbs)
Carrying objects
X
Push/pull
X
Twisting
X
Bending
X
Reaching forward
X
Reaching overhead
X
Squat/kneel/crawl
X
Wrist position deviation
X
Pinching/fine motor skills
X
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
X (4+ hours)
Taste or smell
X
Talk or hear
X
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
X
Sensory Requirements
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable
Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Blood borne pathogens
X
Chemical
X
Airborne communicable diseases
X
Extreme temperatures
X
Radiation
X
Uneven surfaces or elevations
X
Extreme noise levels
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.