RESCUE DIVER

RESCUE DIVER

Overview

The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety of all in-water activities for Space Camp, Space Academy, Advanced Academy, Robotics Space Camp, Aviation Challenge, and all additional programs that participate in Aquatics-based activities; and perform daily tasks required for the upkeep and maintenance. Rescue Divers will be required to pass both a written and skills test demonstrating the physical and technical skills necessary to carry out emergency procedures before hiring. Work below the surface of water, using breath-holding/control techniques, surface-supplied air, or scuba equipment to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and structures, or aid those in need of assistance and/or rescue.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Respond accordingly to emergencies in which assistance or first aid is required within the scope of certified training and Rocket Center policies and procedures.
• Prevent accidents and injuries through knowledge of lifeguarding and water safety skills. Must be able to respond to emergencies employing visual and audio surveillance. Must be able to not allow anything to distract them from their concentration and attention to duties.
• Must be able to identify emergencies both visually and audibly, and then respond appropriately.
• Promptly enforce all Rocket Center Aquatic rules and policies that apply to all situations courteously and tactfully. Utilize discipline procedures that are reasonable and appropriate as stated in the procedure manual.
• Take appropriate safety precautions, such as monitoring dive lengths and depths and documentation of all pertinent information before diving expeditions begin.
• Check and maintain diving equipment, such as helmets, masks, air tanks, harnesses, or gauges.
• Communicate with workers on the surface while underwater, using hand signals, written communication, or audio equipment.
• Obtain information about diving tasks and environmental conditions.
• Supervise or train other divers, including hobby divers.
• Inspect the condition of underwater structures.
• Assist in setting up dive sites for recreational instruction.
• Monitor work areas or procedures to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Clean equipment, parts, tools, and other work equipment to repair or maintain them in good working order.
• Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.
• Train others in operational procedures.
• Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Record images needed to address work issues.
• Attach rigging to objects so they can be moved.
• Repair production equipment or tools.
• Organize recreational activities or events.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes – of attendees, guests, and customers.

Travel Required:        No

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.

Required Education and Experience

• Lifeguard certification from an accredited qualifying agency, such as the Red Cross, or the ability to obtain within 2 months of the start date.
• Advanced Rescue Diver certification from an accredited qualifying agency, such as PADI or NAUI.
• First Aid, CPR, BBP, O2 Administration Certification, or the ability to obtain within 2 months of start date.
• SeaTREK Guide License, or the ability to obtain within 2 months of start date.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Certification as a Skin Diver from an accredited qualifying agency, such as PADI or NAUI.

Other Requirements

This position has the following special requirements:

• Proficient swimming, including underwater (breath hold) swimming.
• Extended exposure to chlorinated water.
• Walking, and climbing to access equipment.
• Use of stairs and vertical ladders.
• Carrying, and lifting supplies, items weighing up to 75 pounds to waist height.
• Bending, kneeling, reaching to maintain equipment.
• Sight, wrist movements, and feeling to perform lifesaving duties.
• Talking, and hearing to communicate with employees and guests.
• This position involves working around children as well as adults of varying abilities.
• Use of Microsoft Suite and P.O.S. Systems.

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.