Job Title: Underwater Hull Technician - Contracted Commercial Diver
Location: Bradenton, FL
Job Type: Contracted Position (Full-Time, Part-Time, Monday-Friday)
Company Overview:
Barnacle Boys Dive Co. is an upcoming and leading provider of marine maintenance services specializing in underwater cleaning, maintenance, and ultimate preservation of boats and yachts for the commercial and private sectors. We are dedicated to ensuring that vessels are in supremely optimal condition for performance and longevity. Our quality of work sets a tone for the industry and a reputation that precedes us; dockmasters, boatyards, and top-side marine detailers see our dedication and won't stop referring us!
Position Overview:
We seek a skilled, motivated, and dedicated Underwater Hull Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, and reporting on the hulls of various boats and yachts to ensure their efficiency and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct 100% thorough underwater cleaning of hulls and their delicate intricacies through the removal of algae, barnacles, oysters, and other marine growth
- Utilize appropriate tools and equipment, including scrapers, cleaning pads, and brushes.
- Inspect hulls for signs of damage, wear, or corrosion/electrolysis and report findings to management.
- Occasionally perform underwater maintenance, such as swapping sacrificial anodes or assisting in pulling props.
- Follow safety protocols and best practices for underwater work, ensuring personal safety and that of team members.
- Maintain and care for all cleaning equipment and tools, performing regular checks and maintenance as needed.
- Occasionally coordinate with dock personnel or boat owners for scheduling and accessibility.
- Keep accurate records of services performed by providing a report for each boat cleaned.
- Perform a final inspection after each hull cleaning is complete to ensure the quality of each job.
- Provide before and after videography of hull conditions with each report.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; further education in marine maintenance or a related field is a plus.
- Open Water Diver Certification
- Reliable transportation and personal gear for the job, including mask, fins, underwater respiration system, scrapers, scrub pads, brushes, wetsuit hood, weight belt, and wet/drysuit capable of maintaining heat for longer dives during colder months - some gear may be borrowed to get started.
- Proven experience in underwater cleaning/ship husbandry or a similar role is not necessary but is highly advantageous - we will train the right candidate.
- Familiarity with marine biology and ecology is advantageous.
- Fantastic attention to detail and commitment to quality are a must.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to swim and dive in various conditions, including cold water and occasional low visibility.
- Capable of lifting heavy equipment and working in confined spaces.
- Willingness to work in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
Benefits and Pay:
- Competitive pay and performance-based pay.
- Paid training starts at $1.50 per foot of length overall of hulls cleaned.
- Post-training pay starts at $1.75 per foot of length overall of hulls cleaned.
- Opportunities for advancement in pay and position within the company are readily available for motivated individuals who show proficiency in their role. As we grow, so does the team.
- Contractor Position - 1099 (Tax Benefits)
- Weekly Pay
Barnacle Boys Dive, LLC. is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $350.00 - $1,500.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
