JOB SUMMARY The UET Instructor provides formal classroom academic instruction, and in-water ... Must be Certified Rescue Diver through PADI or NAUI. Any other certifying organizations will ...
JOB SUMMARY The UET Instructor provides formal classroom academic instruction, and in-water ... Must be Certified Rescue Diver through PADI or NAUI. Any other certifying organizations will ...
Dive Safety Officer
Houston, TX · On-site
An active Dive Master certification from a recognized agency (PADI, NAUI, SSI, SDI) required. An active Dive Instructor certification preferred. Hold a current oxygen provide instructor certification ...
Dive Safety Officer
Houston, TX · On-site
An active Dive Master certification from a recognized agency (PADI, NAUI, SSI, SDI) required. An active Dive Instructor certification preferred. Hold a current oxygen provide instructor certification ...
Divemaster - TEMPORARY
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
$14/hr
... Instructors. 8. Responsible for topside and underwater supervision of students. 9. Responds to ... Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. Must hold active certification status as a PADI Divemaster ...
Divemaster - TEMPORARY
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
$14/hr
... Instructors. 8. Responsible for topside and underwater supervision of students. 9. Responds to ... Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. Must hold active certification status as a PADI Divemaster ...
Dive Safety Officer
Houston, TX · On-site
An active Dive Master certification from a recognized agency (PADI, NAUI, SSI, SDI) required. An active Dive Instructor certification preferred. Hold a current oxygen provide instructor certification ...
Dive Safety Officer
Houston, TX · On-site
An active Dive Master certification from a recognized agency (PADI, NAUI, SSI, SDI) required. An active Dive Instructor certification preferred. Hold a current oxygen provide instructor certification ...
Divemaster - TEMPORARY
Davie, FL · On-site
$14/hr
... Instructors. 8. Responsible for topside and underwater supervision of students. 9. Responds to ... Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. Must hold active certification status as a PADI Divemaster ...
Divemaster - TEMPORARY
Davie, FL · On-site
$14/hr
... Instructors. 8. Responsible for topside and underwater supervision of students. 9. Responds to ... Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. Must hold active certification status as a PADI Divemaster ...
Senior Life Support Technician - Harborview Aquarium
Syracuse, NY · On-site
$21/hr
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) or equivalent required. * Instructor level First Aid, Emergency O2 and AED certification required. * Strong technical skills related to dive equipment required.
Senior Life Support Technician - Harborview Aquarium
Syracuse, NY · On-site
$21/hr
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) or equivalent required. * Instructor level First Aid, Emergency O2 and AED certification required. * Strong technical skills related to dive equipment required.
Dive Safety Officer
Houston, TX · On-site
An active Dive Master certification from a recognized agency (PADI, NAUI, SSI, SDI) required. An active Dive Instructor certification preferred. Hold a current oxygen provide instructor certification ...
Dive Safety Officer
Houston, TX · On-site
An active Dive Master certification from a recognized agency (PADI, NAUI, SSI, SDI) required. An active Dive Instructor certification preferred. Hold a current oxygen provide instructor certification ...
Must possess, or be able to obtain, Rescue Diver SCUBA certification by a nationally recognized instructors association (e.g. PADI, NAUI). * Must have, or be able to obtain, CPR and First Aid ...
Must possess, or be able to obtain, Rescue Diver SCUBA certification by a nationally recognized instructors association (e.g. PADI, NAUI). * Must have, or be able to obtain, CPR and First Aid ...
Boat Captain (Part-Time, Key West Campus)
Key West, FL · On-site
$25/hr
... Water Scuba Instructor certification (PADI, NAUI, SDI, SSDI etc.) preferred. • Current (within 24 months) Emergency Oxygen Provider certification preferred. • State boater's safety course ...
Boat Captain (Part-Time, Key West Campus)
Key West, FL · On-site
$25/hr
... Water Scuba Instructor certification (PADI, NAUI, SDI, SSDI etc.) preferred. • Current (within 24 months) Emergency Oxygen Provider certification preferred. • State boater's safety course ...
Open Water Scuba Instructor certification (PADI, NAUI, SDI, SSDI etc.) preferred. Current (within 24 months) Emergency Oxygen Provider certification preferred State boater's safety course preferred.
Open Water Scuba Instructor certification (PADI, NAUI, SDI, SSDI etc.) preferred. Current (within 24 months) Emergency Oxygen Provider certification preferred State boater's safety course preferred.
Must possess, or be able to obtain, Rescue Diver SCUBA certification by a nationally recognized instructors association (e.g. PADI, NAUI). * Must have, or be able to obtain, CPR and First Aid ...
Must possess, or be able to obtain, Rescue Diver SCUBA certification by a nationally recognized instructors association (e.g. PADI, NAUI). * Must have, or be able to obtain, CPR and First Aid ...
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A PADI Instructor is a professional scuba diving teacher certified by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI). Their primary role is to train and certify new divers, ensuring they learn proper scuba skills, safety protocols, and environmental awareness. PADI Instructors work in dive shops, resorts, and liveaboards worldwide, leading courses, guiding dives, and sometimes maintaining equipment. They must have strong communication skills, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to underwater safety.
What does a typical workday look like for a PADI Instructor?
A typical day for a PADI Instructor often involves leading confined and open water training sessions, conducting classroom briefings, and ensuring equipment is well-maintained and ready for student use. Instructors also spend time assessing student progress, managing safety protocols, and assisting with dive shop operations such as equipment rental or sales. Collaboration with other instructors and dive center staff is common, especially when coordinating group lessons or guided dives. You’ll have the opportunity to work in dynamic, often scenic environments, interacting with people from all over the world while helping them achieve their diving goals.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Padi Instructor position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a PADI Instructor, you need extensive diving knowledge, strong instructional abilities, and must hold a current PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) certification or higher. Familiarity with dive equipment, safety protocols, and PADI educational materials and standards is crucial. Outstanding communication, patience, and leadership skills help build student confidence and ensure a positive learning environment. These competencies are essential for delivering safe, engaging diving instruction while upholding organizational and industry standards.

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Job description
JOB SUMMARY
The UET Instructor provides formal classroom academic instruction, and in-water practical application, on the safe underwater use of compressed air emergency breathing devices and underwater egress from a variety of submerged training devices. Additionally supports the overall maintenance and support effort as required.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides classroom instruction on the theories of underwater egress, equipment familiarization and the safe use of compressed air emergency breathing devices.
- Instructs and supervises students during underwater egress practical application exercises and the use of compressed air emergency breathing devices underwater.
- Performs and documents routine maintenance and daily pre and post operational checks of various submerged training devices and the associated overhead lifting systems.
- Operates overhead lifting device to raise and lower various submerged training devices with and without personnel aboard in and out of the water.
- Rescues students in danger of drowning and administers first aid as needed.
- Utilizes SCUBA equipment to assist students and staff underwater as needed.
- Performs and documents routine maintenance of underwater emergency breathing devices.
- Re-packs CO2 activated life preserver units.
- Determines chlorine content and pH value of water using water testing kit and records reading.
- Maintains order in pool and pool areas.
- Inspect and assemble standard SCUBA equipment.
- Operate a high pressure compressed air fill station.
- Inspects facilities for cleanliness, cleans pool and pool areas including locker rooms.
- Assists in the overall maintenance effort for general tasks that do not require specific certifications.
- Other Duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervises up TO 24 Students in an academic environment
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
Certificates and Licenses:
- Must be Certified Rescue Diver through PADI or NAUI. Any other certifying organizations will require government approval.
- Cardiopulmonary (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification from either the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association (or capable of completing the training to receive the certification)
- Divers Alert Network (DAN) certified instruction in Identification of Compressed Air Injuries, Neurological Examinations and 02 Administration for Diving Injuries from a nationally certified organization (or capable of completing the training to receive the certification)
- American Red Cross or American Lifeguard Association certified lifeguard (or capable of completing the training to receive the certification)
Computer Skills:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS office products specifically word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. Additionally, should be able to use the Internet at an intermediate level of proficiency to complete required annual on-line training and perform basic research on topics such as academic presentation techniques and underwater egress developments.
Customer Service Expectations (Summary):
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to orally communicate clearly and persuasively in both a large formal classroom environment and one-on-one. Manage difficult or emotional student situations and personal emotions; listening and providing feedback to ensure and maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
Reasoning Ability:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and provide solutions, often in a time-constrained underwater setting. May work independently, or with moderate to limited supervision based on experience level.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
- Operation and Inspection of overhead lifting device approved for the lifting of personnel.
- High Pressure Air Compressor Operations
- Repair and maintenance of underwater emergency breathing devices.
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to pass DOD installation vetting
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment:
- Performing the duties of this job will require the employee to work in a variety of environments. While instructing students the employee will sometimes work in a large formal classroom setting utilizing office equipment and interacting with other employees and students. Other times the employee will spend as much as eight hours a day in a chlorinated pool, either in a climate-controlled building or an outdoor environment exposed to the elements. When performing maintenance on equipment the employee will be subjected to extreme high and low temperatures depending on the time of year.
Physical Demands (Summary):
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if they can reasonably be done without compromising the safety of students or other employees.
- Walking / Stooping-Generally required intermittently on a regular basis throughout the workday in a variety of settings.
- Lifting / Bending-Generally required intermittently on a regular basis throughout the workday in a variety of settings. May be required to lift up to 45 pounds without assistance or 100 pounds with assistance.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT
Greenlight Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Greenlight Group LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
About Greenlight Group
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Industry
Software development
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
West Jordan, UT, US
Year founded
2004