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Commercial Diver

Commercial Divers perform underwater work for construction, inspection, maintenance, and salvage operations.

Typical pay
$62,000/yr
Education
Associate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…
Outlook
Above Average

Why this matters in Business & Money

Every organization needs leaders and managers.

What you’d actually do

Perform underwater inspections of structures, weld and cut metal underwater, operate diving equipment, communicate with surface teams, document findings with underwater cameras, conduct salvage operations, and maintain diving gear.

What can I do right now?

  • Student government, Club leadership, DECA, Logistics volunteering

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