Maintenance Diver - Sea Life Park PT/On-Call

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect. Maintenance Diver - Sea Life Park PT/On-Call Roles & Responsibilities Perform underwater cleaning and maintenance of aquarium exhibits, including: Hand cleaning acrylic viewing panels Vacuuming substrate Scrubbing rocks manually or using hydraulic scrubbers Work safely in habitats containing free swimming marine animals, including sharks and fish Maintain cleanliness and proper care of locker rooms, dive gear, and related equipment Follow all equipment disinfection and sanitation procedures Report to all scheduled dive shifts on time and prepared Adhere to all dive program policies, procedures, and safety protocols Maintain situational awareness while working on dive decks and underwater Participate in required annual training and recertification programs Immediately notify Dive Operations leadership of any physical or mental condition that may affect dive fitness Support overall exhibit quality, safety, and operational standards Education and Experience Requirements Rescue level SCUBA certification from a recognized agency such as: Minimum of 50 logged dives Minimum of 6 dives completed within the past 12 months Minimum age of 18 years Ability to commit to at least 2 scheduled dive shifts per week Current certifications in: CPR/AED (Healthcare Provider level preferred) First Aid Oxygen Provider Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to pass confined water swim and SCUBA skills evaluation Ability to pass and maintain required dive medical clearance Ability to rescue and assist divers in emergency situations Ability to work effectively in a team environment Comfort working in water temperatures ranging from 70°F to 82°F Strong situational awareness and safety mindset Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to follow technical, safety, and operational procedures Language Skills Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating procedures, and technical manuals Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members Physical Demands The physical requirements described here are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position: Ability to stand, walk, sit, and use hands and arms frequently Ability to lift up to 75 pounds Ability to perform repetitive motions up to 50 percent of the work time Ability to swim and perform physically demanding underwater tasks Ability to pass dive medical evaluation and swim test Work Environment Frequent exposure to water and aquatic environments Work performed underwater, on dive decks, and in equipment areas Interaction with live marine animals Exposure to outdoor weather conditions #J-18808-Ljbffr