Dive Tender

Position Summary

This position is accountable for providing field support to dive operations at the project location. The incumbent ensures that all diving-related equipment is set up and functioning properly for safe use by Divers. The incumbent will work closely with the Operations Manager, Diving Supervisor, Divers and other Dive Tenders. If the diving activities are in support of the Company’s project work, the incumbent may also work closely with Superintendent and other Company personnel.

Specific Responsibilities

• Works as assigned by the Diving Supervisor to support and ensure the safe and successful completion of all diving operations.
• Sets up and operates all diving-related equipment as directed by the Diving Supervisor, Lead Diver or his/her representative.
• Performs routine maintenance on diving-related equipment.
• Assists in topside work connected with diving operations and such other topside work as directed.
• Tends a surface supplied diver, transmit and receive line pull signals as may be directed or required and remain alert for any unusual or potentially hazardous situations.
• Completes the Dive Sheet accurately recording the depth, bottom time and decompression schedule.
• Maintains current certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Abides by all standard diving procedures in accordance with the Diving Manual, Company Policies and Procedures, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Ensures ready access and availability of the Emergency Plan to all dive team members.
• Participates in Company-sponsored training on Company Policies & Procedures, mandated regulatory guidelines, First Aid and CPR to ensure safe and efficient diving operations.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.
• Responsible and accountable for the incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all our co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
  
  

Position Requirements

Successful completion of commercial dive training from a certified dive school is required. Incumbents must also be able to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination required for Divers. They must continue to pass a physical examination and drug screen every two years to maintain their certification. In addition, they must have a basic knowledge of diving, acquired through dive school training or equivalent experience, which will allow him/her to perform the duties required by this position. Prior background working on marine-related construction projects is preferred. The incumbent must be a good verbal communicator and be able to work effectively as a member of the project dive team.

The Company expects and requires the incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Physical/Mental Requirements

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes a hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, earplugs, steel-toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and the location the work is being done.

This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

In Addition, Dive Tenders Must Also Be Capable Of

• Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters.
• Visually seeing crane operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
• Climbing vertical ladders to heights of 40’-50’.
• Working in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
• Lifting objects up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Carrying objects up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Adapting to extreme temperature changes.
• Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.
• Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.