Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$30/hr–$35/hr
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Skills: Surface-Supplied Air Diving, Underwater Cutting, Underwater Welding, Underwater Inspection, Rigging
Norfolk, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$70k–$125k/yr
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Skills: Leadership, Project Management, Manpower Management, Material Management, Safety Enforcement
Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$70k–$125k/yr
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Skills: Field Supervision, Manpower Management, Material Management, Safety Enforcement, Employee Mentoring
Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$30/hr–$40/hr
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$30/hr
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$85k–$105k/yr
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$24/hr
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$30/hr
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
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The Commercial Diver executes underwater construction, inspection, and repair tasks such as welding and concrete placement. They also serve as a standby diver and line tender to support topside operations and ensure safety.
Candidates must be ADCI-certified Commercial Divers with at least 2 years of experience and a current hyperbaric medical examination. Valid First Aid, CPR/AED, and Oxygen Provider certifications are required.
Why Work for UMX?
At UMX, we believe exceptional projects are built by exceptional people. Whether you are a diver, crane operator, laborer, welder, superintendent, foreman, project manager, or support professional, every member of our team contributes to the success of our projects and the future of our company.
Safety is the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to providing the training, resources, and support necessary for our employees to perform their work safely, professionally, and confidently. Our goal is simple: everyone goes home safely at the end of the day.
We take pride in performing specialized marine, federal, and infrastructure construction work that demands skill, accountability, and craftsmanship. We believe quality work comes from people who care about their trade, support their teammates, and take ownership of the results they produce.
Just as importantly, we believe in building careers, not simply filling positions. Many of our leaders have spent years developing their skills, earning trust, and growing alongside the company. We value individuals who are looking for more than their next project—we value people who want to build a future, develop their expertise, and contribute to something larger than themselves.
As UMX continues to grow, opportunities continue to grow with it. Employees who demonstrate commitment, professionalism, initiative, and leadership will find opportunities to expand their responsibilities, develop new skills, and advance their careers.
We understand that strong teams are built through trust, consistency, and shared purpose. That is why we seek individuals who are serious about their craft, invested in their future, and motivated to help build a company they can be proud to be part of for years to come.
If you are looking for a workplace that values safety, stability, leadership, and long-term growth, we invite you to join the UMX team.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Commercial Diver at Underwater Mechanix, Inc. (UMX) is responsible for the safe and proficient execution of underwater construction, inspection, repair, and maintenance tasks in support of marine construction and commercial diving projects. Operating under the direct supervision of the Dive Supervisor, the Commercial Diver performs a wide range of subsurface tasks including underwater cutting and welding, pile inspection and repair, concrete placement, rigging, and structure survey. The Commercial Diver is also responsible for serving as standby diver, line tender, and topside support crew member when not in the water. We are looking for Diver's to work on our Norfolk, VA project.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Underwater Operations
• Perform surface-supplied air diving operations in compliance with the project dive plan, ADCI standards, and OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart T.
• Execute underwater construction tasks including pile driving assistance, underwater concrete placement, formwork installation, and marine structure repair.
• Perform underwater inspection of piles, fenders, sheet pile walls, submerged structures, and seabed conditions with written and photographic documentation.
• Conduct underwater cutting, welding, and burning operations using oxy-arc and hydraulic tools as qualified and directed.
• Perform underwater rigging, lifting, and material placement tasks in coordination with topside crane and rigging crews.
Standby & Topside Duties
• Serve as standby diver during all dive operations when not in the water; remain suited up and ready for immediate emergency deployment.
• Perform line tender duties including managing umbilical’s, maintaining diver communication, and monitoring dive conditions.
Commercial Diving & Marine Construction company, services worldwide. Cost effective & innovative solutions since 2011
Company Profile Underwater Mechanix Services is a commercial dive and marine construction company that serves global maritime communities. Based out of Jacksonville, Florida UMX has established itself as a leading commercial dive and marine-heavy construction contractor on the East Coast. As a respected industry leader, we are committed to health, safety and the environment. We operate in full compliance with all marine construction industry rules and regulations for topside and underwater client projects. Our dedicated staff of certified professionals follows fair and ethical business practices while taking great pride in serving each of our clients. At UMX our employees are our most valuable resource, we pride ourselves in our ability to attract and retain multi-talented employees that come from diverse backgrounds in the marine construction industry and commercial diving. Our key personnel include but are not limited to engineers, marine construction specialists, commercial divers, supervisors, concrete foreman, certified welder fabricators, crane operators and tug boat captains. We are innovators and hold ourselves to the highest standard of excellence while delivering the most cost-effective solutions to our clients. To nurture the trust that you place on our performance, we will always happily supply you with references. Our referrals are a reflection of our sustained success. Underwater Mechanix Services believes in bringing quality craftsmanship to the marine construction industry. Our hiring strategies, innovative techniques and project outcomes are a testament to our success as a company. Every day, we focus on leading with integrity.
Offices: 1004 Eastport Rd, Jacksonville, Florida 32218, US
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