COMMERCIAL DIVER (Certified) / Salvage Technician

Location: Hillside, NJ (Port Newark Facility) 
Employment Type: Position will be full time 40 hrs. min per week, based in Port Newark, NJ.
Schedule: 40 hours per week; weekends and holidays as needed

Overview

Donjon Marine, LLC, an established and expanding New Jersey-based Salvage and Diving company, is seeking an experienced, safety-driven, and leadership-oriented Commercial Diver (ADCI Certified) to join our team.

This is not a typical diving position—our divers are also salvors. Diving is one of many tools used to support complex salvage operations, and not all projects involve diving.. The selected individual will play a key role both offshore and shoreside, supporting a wide range of salvage operations above and below the water. 

DonJon Marine is looking for highly motivated divers who want to join a team of highly trained professionals to support wreck removal and emergency response services.  

The Donjon Salvage Division supports a wide range of Salvage and Diving services worldwide: commercial diving operations include but are not limited to: 

The ideal candidate will have experience in underwater diving operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and technically sound operations under the guidance of the Assistant Salvage Master and Salvage Master.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as Diver for commercial diving and salvage operations in accordance with ADCI Consensus Standards for Commercial Diving Operations.
• Ensure all diving and topside activities are conducted in full compliance with company policies, OSHA, USCG, and ADCI safety requirements.
• Conduct and work with other team members in:
  • Underwater cutting, welding, burning, and drilling
  • Fabrication and installation of patches
  • Water jetting and mud removal
  • Black water diving and confined-space penetration diving
  • Rigging and heavy lift operations (underwater and topside)
  • Underwater inspections, surveys, and documentation
• Conduct maintenance, inventory, and setup of diving systems and equipment.
• Support salvage and wreck removal projects, both topside and subsea.
• Participate in port operations, fabrication, and equipment readiness during non-diving periods.

Required Qualifications

• Current ADCI Diver/Tender Certification (Surface Supplied Air) — must meet ADCI Consensus Standards, with documented experience as a working diver prior to promotion.
• Current Commercial Diver Certification from an ADCI-recognized or IMCA-accredited school.
• Valid Diving Physical (within 12 months) confirming fitness to dive.
• Valid Driver’s License, Passport, and TWIC (or ability to obtain).
• Demonstrated experience in commercial diving, marine salvage, and heavy rigging operations.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Diving systems and surface-supplied equipment
  • Underwater hydraulic and pneumatic tools
  • Hot tapping, fuel removal, and zero-visibility diving
• Strong team communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel for extended durations on domestic and international projects.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working in all weather and marine conditions.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing and background screening.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in marine construction, vessel recovery, underway husbandry, and wreck removal.
• Experience in Underwater Survey and basic knowledge on general marine vessels and barges.
• Safety-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in dynamic and challenging marine environments.

Key Competencies

• Technical Proficiency
• Safety & Compliance
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Communication & Training
• Dependability & Adaptability
• Attention to Detail

If you are an ADCI-certified Diver looking to lead skilled professionals in complex marine salvage and diving operations, we invite you to join the Donjon Marine team.

Compensation and Benefits

Base Salary Range: $35-$45 dollars / hr.
(Actual compensation will depend on experience, education, and qualifications.)

Donjon Marine offers a comprehensive benefits package that ranks among the best in the industry, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Wellness and employee assistance programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.