Commercial Diver

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 customer’s 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 proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools and welding equipment. Must be at least 18 years old, have reliable transportation to work 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).

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• completing underwater construction activities using surface supplied air gear to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and/or structures, 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.
• Assuring dive equipment is in good condition.
• 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 placing 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.
• Perform activities related to underwater search and rescue, salvage, recovery, and cleanup operations.
• Continually reports progress and conditions topside.
• Repair ships, bridge foundations, and other structures below the water line
• 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.
• Obtain information about diving tasks and environmental conditions.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure, precision scales, and calipers.
• Performs as a standby diver and/ or tender as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Possess a current CPR First Aid/AED certificate from a certified facility.
• Possess an emergency 02 or DAN 02 certificate from a certified facility.
• Blood borne pathogen certificate preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
• Must have Rigger certification from a reliable facility.
• ADCI card preferred.
• Current HAZWOPER a plus.
• TWIC card is a plus.

Education and Experience:

• Commercial Dive School Diploma and four dive logs.
• High School Degree or GED equivalent.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:  

• Frequently lift, push, pull, reach and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, kneel, and squat.
• Must be able to work in zero visibility.
• Hand-eye coordination, quick reaction time, control precision, depth perception 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-No Fear of Heights.
• Must be physically and medically qualified to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to read, write, hear, interact and communicate.