Adjunct Pool Physics Instructor

WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.

Why join Ballard? It’s simple. You get to work on amazing technical projects with likeminded team members. The Ballard culture is second to none, and because of that we are incredibly protective and particular on who we invite onto the team. We have a unique culture of true excellence; we hold each other accountable from our newest interns and engineers to our most senior leaders. You will always go to work knowing that everyone you are working with cares as much as you do and is working hard to reach common goals. You will get out of it what you put into it. Ballard is an amazing place to work and if what we’ve said resonates with you, you just might be right for us!

Job Summary:

The Commercial Diver / Tender’s prime responsibility is to support construction activities by performing work as directed by the Project Manager / Diver Supervisor.

Ideal Candidate:

Core Attributes:

· Grit and Resiliency - We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can or will.

· Comradery and Inspirational - We are a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.

· Driven and Competitive - We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed with doing our best and we do what it takes to win.

· Trustworthy and Respectful - We are passionate about honesty, authenticity, and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.

· Ownership and Accountability - When something goes wrong, we first “look in the mirror” before we “look out the window”. We ask, “what could I have done differently?” and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.

Education:

· Diploma from ADCE Compliant Commercial Dive School

· Current ADCI Certification for the type of diving being performed

· Current ADCI Compliant Dive Physical

· Current First Aid, CPR, AED, Oxygen Administration Certifications

· OSHA 10 Hour - Construction

· Valid Driver’s License with current driving record free from serious or frequent violation

Experience:

· 1 + years’ experience working in commercial diving operations

· Heavy equipment operation (if qualified)

Skills:

· Ability to read and follow dive tables (air and nitrox), altitude tables, treatment tables, etc.

· Ability to check and maintain diving equipment such as helmets, masks, air tanks, harness, and gauges.

· Must have good hand-eye coordination.

· Must be able to hear adequately enough to receive and understand instructions, be alerted by horns, sirens, shouting, or any other noise that is meant to convey a safety warning.

· Ability to clearly communicate with workers on the surface while underwater and with divers while you are running a dive station.

· Ability to cut and weld steel, using underwater welding / burning equipment, jigs, and supports.

· Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct objects, structures, dams, etc.

· Ability to work at heights of up to 50’ or more.

· Ability to work in confined or enclosed spaces.

· Climb ladders or steps to reach objects.

· Ability to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, safety-toed boots, or other applicable PPE.

· Lift arms above shoulder level (i.e., lifts items into a truck or overhead area).

· Ability to walk moderate distances to reach work area (1/2 mile or more).

· Ability to sit in the operator’s seat of equipment and reach all pedals, switches, levers, buttons, etc., required to safely operate the equipment.

· Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation, which takes place mainly in an on-the-job training setting.

· Ability to sit in the operator’s seat of equipment and have an adequate field of vision of all instruments, gauges, warning lights, as well as an acceptable field of vision out of the windows/mirrors.

· Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

· Must have common sense and be mentally stable and competent working in a fast-paced environment.

· Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self and others.

· Must be committed to contributing to a culture of safety, looking out for yourself and others.

· Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials

· Be a contributing member of crews who will complete daily Job Hazard Analysis of every task that you are involved in throughout the work shift.

· Work with other divers, tenders, and Ballard personnel to plan for safe operations for commercial diving activities and other construction activities that occur throughout a project.

· Ability to travel and work for many weeks at a time away from home.

· Must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn, including good communication skills.

Responsibilities:

· Equipment set-up and breakdown

· Equipment load-out and maintenance

· Jetting / Dredging

· Dive tending

· Rack box operation

· In-water work assignments

· Decompression chamber operations

· Inspection with video documentation

· Burning / welding operation (wet or dry)

· Hand and power tool operation

· Pneumatic / hydraulic tool operation (wet or dry)

· Percussion tool operation (wet or dry)

· Saws and other cutting tools (wet or dry)

· Crane rigging and signaling (wet or dry)

· Placing flags or barricades

· Equipment spotting

· Salvage or environmental operations

· Additional duties as directed

Physical Demands / Working Environment:

· Move heavy objects (94 lbs. or more) short distances (20’ of less).

· Move light objects (less than 94 lbs.) long distances (more than 20’).

· Work long shifts with non-standard break times.

· Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

· Work is generally performed in the field environment with various weather and field conditions.

· Lifting and pulling is required.

· Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements.

· Employees may be subject to blood borne pathogens, varying weather conditions, varying walking and working surfaces and conditions, cleaners, and chemicals.

Union Rates:

· $25-$45/per hour

EEO Statement:

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.

Required Skills

Required Experience

Qualifications:
Master's Degree in discipline or 18 credits in the specific discipline. Prefer teaching experience at the college level. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations representing a wide range of abilities, ages, nationalities and cultures. Experience with instructional technology preferred.

Responsible for instruction and facilitating student learning; committed to student recruitment, retention and success; assessment of learning, development of curriculum and use of instructional delivery modes utilizing both traditional and non-traditional methodology.

1. Teach assigned course which may include day, night, and online courses, as well as at the main campus and extension centers. Classes are to meet on time for the full allotted time.
2. Establish and promote an effective learning environment that maximize documented student learning.
3. Prepare, submit and maintain reports related to student learning.
4. Grading assignments in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth, returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner, and assigning final grades for all students, meeting or beating all institutional deadlines for completion.
5. Provide educational assistance to students during regularly scheduled and posted times (i.e., office hours) or by appointment.
6. Encourage student opinion survey completion for each class and then reviewed after summary information available to assist with increasing student success.
7. Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training or hour.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical, Mental, and Environment Requirements Include:

Mental Demands:

☒ Detailed Work

☒ Student Contact

☒ Deadline oriented

☒ Problem Situations

☒ Multiple Priorities & Demands

☒ Emergency Situations

☒ Confidentiality

☐ On-call Availability

☒ Continual Interruptions

☒ Working Alone

☒ Faculty Contact

☒ Working with Others

Physical Demands:

☐ Standing & Walking

☒ Sitting

☒ Carrying

☐ Lifting up to 10 lbs. ☒ Up to 25 lbs. ☐ Up to 50 lbs. ☐ 80 + lbs.

☐ Pushing, Pulling, Twisting, Bending

☐ Climb or Balance

☐ Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl

☐ Squatting

☐ Handle or Feel

☐ Reach with Hands and Arms

☒ Talking or hearing

☐ Tasting/Smelling

☐ Working Overhead

☒ Speak in English via Phone or In Person

☒ Close, Distance, Peripheral, and Color Vision along with Depth Perceptions

☒ Ability to Adjust and Focus

Work Environment:

☐ Exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat/cold; and moderate to loud noise levels.

☒ Normal Office environment with little, if, any, discomfort due to heat, dust, noise and the like. Ability to travel to all campus locations required.