Diver

Crofton • Portsmouth, VA

12d

About The Position

Crofton offers industry leading solutions above and below the waterline, combining comprehensive expertise in all facets of commercial diving, marine construction and crane rental & rigging. We execute our projects with safety and integrity. Crofton is a growing company with a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment. Our team members work vigorously to meet our customers’ needs. No two days are the same! Crofton is seeking a Commercial Diver to join our team.

The ideal Diver will have 2+ years of related experience, and a comprehensive knowledge of diving equipment and industry requirements. Must be at least 18 years old, have reliable transportation and able to pass a physical. Must be able to pass a Homeland Security background check to qualify for a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).

Requirements

• Possess a current CPR First Aid/AED, emergency 02/DAN 02 certificate from a certified facility.
• Must have Rigger certification from a reliable facility.
• Commercial Dive School Diploma and four dive logs.
• High School Degree or GED equivalent.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, reach and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to work in zero visibility.
• Hand-eye coordination, quick reaction time, control precision, and manual dexterity.
• Must be situationally aware, able to safely work in a multiple work operation environment.
• Must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work at depths of 100 feet below and/or heights up to 100 feet.
• Must be physically and medically qualified to wear the required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to read, write, hear, interact and communicate.

Nice To Haves

• Blood borne pathogen certificate preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred.
• ADCI card preferred, TWIC card is a plus.
• Current HAZWOPER a plus.

Responsibilities

• Completing underwater construction activities using surface supplied air gear to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and/or structures, or underwater search and rescue, and use a variety of power and hand tools, such as drills, hammers, torches, and welding equipment.
• Carry out non-destructive testing and accurately report results.
• Conduct complete tool checks before operating equipment.
• Inspect and test docks, ships, buoyage systems, plant intakes and outflows, and underwater pipelines, cables, and sewers, using closed circuit television, still photography, and testing equipment.
• Recover objects by rigging around sunken objects, hooking/rigging to crane lines, and operating winches or derricks to raise objects.
• Operate underwater video, recording, and related equipment to investigate underwater structures.
• Salvage wrecked ships and/or their cargo, using pneumatic and hydraulic tools.
• Set or guide placement of pilings and sandbags to provide support for structures such as docks, bridges, cofferdams, and platforms.
• Ability to accurately read tape measures, precision scales, and calipers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED