Newport Aquarium Dive Tech - Full Time

Description

The position requires a dedicated and detail oriented individual to work as part of the Dive Safety Team to administrate and facilitate all aspects of the dive program at Newport Aquarium.

The main focus of the Dive Technician will be to provide essential topside supervision and in-water support to staff and volunteer dive teams as well as assist with diver training, equipment repair, record keeping, and other diving needs to support the animal care and guest experience departments.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background and interest in diving along with a desire to learn new skills in a fast-paced working environment.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• As a member of the Dive Team, you will lead by example by being patient, kind, humble, respectful, selfless, forgiving, honest, and committed when interacting with one another and guests.
• Perform the role of diver, standby diver, or designated person in charge (DPIC) for various aquarium SCUBA and Surface Supplied daily dive operations.
• Administer all procedures set forth in the Dive Safety Manual and the Volunteer Diver Handbook.
• Become proficient in OSHA commercial diving regulations and ADPA best practices as they pertain to aquarium dive operations.
• As directed by the Dive Safety Officer, assist with administrative tasks for the volunteer dive program; working alongside the Volunteer Coordinator to onboard, organize, schedule, and maintain records for volunteer divers.
• Evaluate diver competency and make recommendations for training programs as needed.
• Maintain dive logs on all SCUBA and Surface Supplied diving activities.
• Operate breathing compressors and fill scuba cylinders.
• Maintain and repair SCUBA and Surface Supplied diving equipment, track periodic maintenance.
• Work on large and small projects related to diving equipment and infrastructure upgrades.
• Help maintain inventory of dive equipment, safety equipment, and participate in ordering supplies.
• Assist Animal Care Team with non-diving responsibilities as needed
• This position has been identified as Safety Critical with authorized operator requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Minimum of Rescue Diver certification from a recognized diver training organization.
• Ability to continue on to course work for a Divemaster or Assistant Instructor rating.
• A minimum of 200 logged hours of Scuba Diving experience, aquarium diving experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications, DAN 02 Provider preferred.
• Strong knowledge of diving theory and safe diving practices, the ability to act in a leadership role around dives.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a constantly changing environment as well as individually, with minimum supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of basic diving equipment routine maintenance, troubleshooting and repair; technician rating preferred.
• Ability to evaluate divers for competency in all SCUBA related activities.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule which will include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening, background check and SCUBA dive physical release form.
• In good health and capable of performing strenuous and / or heavy physical labor.
• No history of allergy related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work.
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• No impairment of sight, smell, hearing, touch, balance and agility of movement which might interfere with ability to work.
• Physical strength, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Immunocompetence (possible exposure to infections, zoonotic and parasitic disease).

Note : Position will involve exposure to potentially dangerous and unpredictable animal species, and potential dangerous machinery, restraint devices and toxic chemicals and / or drugs.

Occasional use of protective clothing or equipment is required e.g. goggles, mask, gloves, and gowns.

YOU CAN EXPECT :

You can expect to work on projects that have never been done before - ideas that are unproven, and concepts that make people smile.

You can expect to have fun and be treated with respect the minute you start...and through to the end. You can expect to work in an environment that is highly innovative and low in politics - truthful and filled with smart people!

And most of all, you can expect to work hard and make a difference in our world by helping to bring families closer together.

Newport Aquarium offers amazing perks for all team members. Visit the aquarium whenever you want, share complimentary tickets with friends and family, enjoy discounts on food and beverage, merchandise from our gift shop, and candy from Sweet Dreams Candy Company.

Enjoy flexible scheduling and the chance to hone your guest service skills.

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Newport Aquarium, one of the many properties owned by Herschend Family Entertainment, prides itself on creating memories worth repeating.

Our Core Values - greatly exceeding guest expectations, serving others, creating emotional connections, and constantly improving - give us purpose and guidance.