Diver/Tender

Global Diving & Salvage, Inc.

Diver/Tender supporting marine and land-based projects, ensuring safety and operational compliance. Based in Hawaii with requirements for underwater diving expertise and valid certifications.

Posted 7/3/2026part-timeHonolulu • Hawaii • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up and break down of the dive station and all related equipment
Understand the operational parameters of all diving-related equipment
Ensure complete understanding of the dive plan and competence to carry out the planned task
Assist in topside work as required or directed
Assist the diver in dressing and undressing
Ability to identify and report any equipment faults, other potential hazards, near misses, or accidents
Confirm that the diver’s equipment is functioning properly and inform the diving supervisor that the diver is ready
Continuously tend the diver’s umbilical (keeping at least one hand on the umbilical at all times) and be aware of the diver’s location at all times
Report any medical problems or symptoms experienced during or after a dive
Properly complete all paperwork as required by employer policy and/or governmental regulations
Perform tasks as a standby diver or diver when directed by the supervisor
A Tender who dives shall be subject to the duties and responsibilities of a diver within the limitations of his or her assignment
Must be familiar with and alert for symptoms of oxygen toxicity
Report to the diving supervisor any recent medical treatment or illness so that a proper determination can be made concerning fitness and/or ability to dive
Undertake dives and other duties as directed by the Supervisor
Ensure that personal diving equipment is functioning correctly and suitable for the planned dive
Report to the diving supervisor any defect or malfunction of the diving equipment provided for the diving operation
Perform routine maintenance on diving equipment
Maintain a diver log book documenting all dives and have it signed by the Supervisor after each dive
Read, understand, and comply with all employer’s policies and applicable governmental regulations, as they relate to their qualifications or performance while engaging in diving operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Requires a High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent reading, writing, and reasoning skills)
Previous maritime experience and knowledge of diving support equipment
Must possess working knowledge of industry requirements for equipment
Must be a graduate of a commercial diver training program accredited by the Association of Diving Educators (ACDE) or as recognized by IMCA
Must be eligible to enter or be a member of a local union
All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States
5+ years of underwater diving experience
5+ years of experience in the construction industry
Valid ADCI Card and/or ADCI Supervisor Card
Oxygen Provider/DANO2 NITROX/Enriched Air
Oxygen First Aid/CPR
40-Hour HAZWOPER
OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction Course Certificate
TWIC Card
Current diving physical (or ability to pass one)
Current certifications of all diver-owned equipment (hat, bottle, etc.)
Last four dive logs required at time of application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Availability & Scheduling 24/7 availability based on project or emergency response needs
Health insurance
Valid driver's license and valid car insurance; must submit a three-year driving record

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Hard Skills & Tools

Diving Equipment MaintenanceDiver Umbilical ManagementDive Plan ExecutionHazard IdentificationDiver Log Documentation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications

ADCI Supervisor CardOxygen Provider/DANO2 NITROX/Enriched AirOSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction Course CertificateTWIC Card