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How much do summer scuba diving jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer scuba diving in the United States is $56,841.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25,000.00 and $46,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in summer scuba diving?

A typical day in a Summer Scuba Diving role often involves preparing and maintaining diving gear, briefing clients or groups on safety protocols, leading guided dives, and monitoring participants’ well-being throughout the excursion. You may also spend time teaching introductory scuba courses or assisting with equipment cleaning and record-keeping after dives. Schedules are usually structured around booked tours and favorable weather conditions, so flexibility is important. Many roles involve working as part of a close-knit team of instructors or guides to ensure safety and deliver memorable underwater experiences.

What is summer scuba diving?

A Summer Scuba Diving job typically involves working as a dive instructor, divemaster, or underwater guide at a resort, dive shop, or marine research facility. Responsibilities may include leading dives, assisting with scuba courses, ensuring diver safety, and maintaining equipment. Some positions also involve marine conservation work, such as coral restoration or underwater research. These jobs are popular in tropical destinations and require scuba certification, often at the divemaster or instructor level.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in summer scuba diving?

To thrive in Summer Scuba Diving roles, you need excellent swimming skills, extensive diving experience, and certification from a recognized organization such as PADI or NAUI. Proficiency with scuba equipment, underwater navigation tools, and first aid/CPR systems is typically required. Strong communication, customer service orientation, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are valuable soft skills. These qualities ensure both personal and client safety, enhance guest experiences, and contribute to efficient, professional dive operations.

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Infographic showing various Summer Scuba Diving job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% As Needed, 57% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $56,841 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Scuba Department (FSB) - Spring 2027

BSA Sea Base

Islamorada, FL • On-site

$445/wk

Temporary

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Scuba Department is now hiring for Scuba Mates, Boat Mates, Divemasters and PADI Instructors.
Sea Base is a unique Scouting program that offers aquatic programs found nowhere else. We work with youths and adults for scuba adventures such as Live Aboard Adventures, Open Water certification, Advanced Certification and a resort style scuba week of diving. Divemasters and Instructors are needed to guide divers and conduct certification programs. If you are an experienced diving professional or just starting on this career path you will gain years of experience in one season.
Minimum certification requirements are Open Water diver for Scuba Mate, Rescue Diver for Boat Mate, Divemaster certification for the Divemaster position and PADI Instructor for the Instructor position.
This application is for the Spring 2027 season. Please submit applications for other seasons through a separate listing on our job board.
About the Sea Base
The Sea Base is one of four National High Adventure Bases operated by Scouting America (formerly Boy Scout of America). We offer programs that include fishing, sailing, scuba diving, coral restoration, snorkeling, kayaking, camping, and much more across six operating locations. Many job opportunities are available at multiple locations; not all locations have job opportunities.
Sea Base Locations
  • Sea Base, Islamorada - Located in Islamorada, FL at mile marker 73.8 along US-1, Overseas Highway. Home to our sailing and scuba diving adventures.
  • Camp Jackson Sawyer - Located just south of Bahia Honda State Park, mile marker 33.9. Home to our Family Adventure Camp and Pre/Post adventure camp.
  • Brinton Environmental Center - Located in Summerland Key at mile marker 23.8. Home to our coral nursery and coral restoration efforts, Out Island adventure (Big Munson Island), and many other adventures.
  • Sea Base, St. Thomas - Located in the Unites States Virgin Islands. Home of two different sailing opportunities.
  • Sea Base Bahamas - Located about 100 miles east of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Home to three different sailing opportunities.

About Sea Base Staff
Our staff get to work in many different capacities to support and run our many programs that run throughout the year. While the summer season (approximately mid-May through August) is our largest opportunity for staff, we have employment opportunities throughout the year.
Employees have the opportunity to take advantage of regular meals prepared by our food-services team and on-site housing provided during each employment term. Accommodations also include fitness rooms, recreational areas, and laundry machines.
While on staff, you will have the opportunity for staff to gain knowledge and certifications in scuba diving, lifeguarding, wilderness first aid, CPR, and SERV Safe.

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