Diver/Tender

Position Overview

Global is currently seeking a Diver/Tender based in Sacramento, CA. This person will report to the company’s Regional Dive Operations Manager. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Undertake dives and other duties as directed by the Supervisor;
• A Tender who dives shall be subject to the duties & responsibilities of a diver within the limitations of their assignment.
• Ensure that personal diving equipment is working correctly and is suitable for the planned dive;
• Ensure complete understanding of the dive plan and is competent to carry out the planned task;
• Know the routine and emergency procedures;
• Report any medical problem or symptoms experienced during or after the dive;
• Ability to identify and report any equipment faults, other potential hazards, near misses, or accidents;
• Maintain a diver's logbook, keep it up to date, and have the Supervisor sign it after each dive.
  
  

Required Skills

• Previous maritime experience and knowledge of diving support equipment
• Must possess working knowledge of industry requirements for equipment
• All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must have a valid driver’s license and valid car insurance, and submit a driving record for the past three years
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in a random drug & alcohol testing program
• Able to pass a background check
• Must submit the last four dive logs
• Read, understand, and comply with all employer policies and applicable governmental regulations as they relate to their qualifications or performance while engaging in diving operations.
• Current certifications of all diver-owned equipment (i.e., Hat, bottle, etc.)
• Must possess a current diving physical or be able to pass a diving physical
• Ability to wear a commercial diving hat, 25-30lbs, for approximately 4 hours daily
• Ability to work in all weather conditions: rain, sleet, storm, snow, heat, etc.
• Ability to work on remote or distant projects as needed for several months at a time
• Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively
• 24-hour and 7-day-a-week availability based on project or emergency response needs
• Current ADCI Card
• Oxygen Provider/DANO2
• First/Aid CPR
• GDS mandatory training and other required programs
• Must be eligible to enter or be a member of a local union
  
  

Required Experience

Must be a graduate of a commercial diver training program accredited by the Association of Diving Educators (ACDE) or others as recognized in IMCA.

Preferred Credentials

• 1-3 years of underwater diving experience
• 1-3 years experience in the construction industry
• Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC Card
• Ability to work outside the United States
• IMCA Certified/International Certification cards
• NITROX /Enriched Air Oxygen
• HAZWOPER
• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour construction course certificate
• Current Passport
• Boaters Card (California state boaters' card)
  
  

Work Location: Sacramento, CA

• Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. The company will not provide a work visa or relocation for this position.
  
  

Union Representation Statement

This hourly position is governed by the Northern California Local 34 Pile Drivers, Divers, Carpenters, Bridge, Wharf, and Dock Builders Union Collective Bargaining agreement.

Summary hourly range: $66.26 – $234.56 per Schedule A, with opportunities for overtime.

Union members will be eligible for the benefits provided by the Union. Union benefits include:

• Health & Welfare
• Pension
• Annuity
• Vacation
• Work Fee
• Apprenticeship
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick Leave Admin.
• Calif. Construction Advancement Program or “I.P”
• Contract Administration
• Carpenters International Training Fund
• Geographic & Marketing/LMCC
  
  

Per applicable law, newly hired employees will accrue sick time at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked in California.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the objective of Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. to obtain qualified employees consistent with position requirements: to seek, employ, promote, and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion/creed, handicap/disability, marital status, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by law.

If you are a candidate with a disability in need of accommodation in the application process, please contact 206-623-0621 or email [email protected] .