Commercial Diver
- Dive into adventure while inspecting and repairing underwater structures.
- Ensure safety and functionality of vital marine equipment and infrastructure.
- Experience the thrill of underwater communication and exploration.
💰 Earn $105K-$191K
📚 Vocational Training
Overview
Work below surface of water, using surface-supplied air or scuba equipment to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and structures. May use a variety of power and hand tools, such as drills, sledgehammers, torches, and welding equipment. May conduct tests or experiments, rig explosives, or photograph structures or marine life.Scoop
Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)
Day-to-Day
- Take appropriate safety precautions, such as monitoring dive lengths and depths and registering with authorities before diving expeditions begin.
- Check and maintain diving equipment, such as helmets, masks, air tanks, harnesses, or gauges.
- Communicate with workers on the surface while underwater, using signal lines or telephones.
- Descend into water with the aid of diver helpers, using scuba gear or diving suits.
- Obtain information about diving tasks and environmental conditions.
Best For You If...
You are skilled in 💫
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring
- Quality Control Analysis
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
You value 🙏
- Having support
- Having freedom
- Job security
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Commercial Diver
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