Overview

***This position is physically located in the Marshall Islands in support of LOGCAP***

 

Chief Diver performs work below the surface of water, is responsible for conducting underwater surveys and executing underwater recoveries. The incumbent is responsible for conducting scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on assigned equipment underwater and on the surface and work including but not limited to, underwater construction, maintenance, repairs, and inspections.

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Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Assists in the planning and execution of underwater surveys and mission recovery operationsPerforms scheduled, unscheduled or emergency maintenance and repairs on all equipment assigned to the Dive LockerOperates vessels assigned to the Dive Locker as required based on trainingRepairs and maintains all local buoys and mooringsPerforms related work as assignedPerforms work in port and at sea on board the assigned vessel or other vessels/duties assigned within the departmentPerforms work using hand tools such as drills, torches and welding equipment typically required for water vessel repairWorks safely in an underwater vessel and in confined spacesEnsures all members of the dive team are operating safely while performing all of the job duties required in the fieldCompletion of all job-specific, employee-related MER Diving paperwork including daily job reports, dive logs, AHA/JHAs, dive plans, and inspection results.Oversees executing administrative and maintenance on hyper/hypobaric systems. Provide 24-hour per day service as emergency contingency for recompression chamber operations.Part of the Emergency Response teamResponsible for the maintenance of a comprehensive operational Diving Smooth Log for the Command, which is evidence of actual diving operationsCoordinate with other departments on marine issues and range mission requirementsRemoves launching cradles and sliding ways from keels of newly launched vessels, using power and hand tools, and places rigging around sunken objects and hooks rigging to crane lines.Oversees the day to day activities of subcontracted laborTakes decisive action to eliminate unsafe conditions.Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Education/Certifications: One-year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.High School Diploma or equivalentExperience:Five (5) years’ previous commercial diving experienceFive (5) years’ experience running/supervising hyperbaric chamber operationsPreferred: Ten (10) years’ previous commercial diving experience; 100 Ton Near Coastal U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License.Skills:Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and storage requirements to meet compatibility of products based on hazard class is required.Leadership and management skills, including a professional demeanor, are required.Strong interpersonal skills are required.Experience running and supervising hyperbaric chamber operationsAbility to exercise discretion and good judgement is required.Ability to prioritized responsibilities to handle a demanding workload is required.Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy is required.Advance ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in written form is required.High-level organizational and planning skills, so that workflow is managed and accurate is required.Basic proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook and ALL Microsoft applications is required.Supervisory Responsibilities:Supervises the dive team for all jobsPrioritizes work and teams for multiple jobs at onceSupervises hyperbaric chamber operationsResponsible for supervisory oversight of the dive lockerWorking Conditions:Must be capable of working in an extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit.Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, dry, duty, desert environment with average temperatures of 30 degrees in the winter and 130 degrees in the summer months). Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well.The worker may be required to spend extended time in pressurized environments or underwaterPhysical Requirements:Medium and up to Heavy work. Exerting up to 50 pounds to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Candidates must be physically able to enter confined spaces (i.e. tanks and voids), climb ladders and masts aboard their assigned ships while in port or at sea in order to validate maintenance requirements.Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents.Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies.At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.