A Commercial Diver works under the surface of water, with or without the aid of underwater breathing apparatus, to inspect, install, repair and remove equipment and structures, conduct tests or experiments, rig explosives, photograph structures or marine life, collect various forms of aquatic life for commercial or research purposes, and find and recover missing items and persons.
Works with the Director of Safety and Operations to operate, maintain and assist with maintenance and repairs associated with the Hyperbaric Chamber System, engineering equipment, facilities, and all other ancillary support equipment within the Hyperbaric Treatment Center. Maintain and/or develop credentials and competencies; participate in HTC training and safety drills.
LOCATION
Kuakini Medical Center HOURS:
On-Call
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum:
High school graduate/equivalent or higher. Current Certification for BLS from American Heart Association or will obtain the required BLS within 90 days of hire. Training as a mechanic familiar with air compressors, pipefitting, welding, and oxygen gas mixture and/or specialized medical equipment maintenance with troubleshooting/calibration expertise. Familiarity with hyperbaric environments. Experience in diving, hyperbaric environments and/or a medical specialty. Experience in military, commercial diving or medical equipment maintenance/calibration. Keen understanding with ancillary equipment, chamber systems and/or life support units. Familiarity with dive tables, national codes and standards pertaining to hyperbaric chamber systems and national occupational safety standards. Familiarization with compressor, engineering, and pressure systems maintenance and repair. Knowledge of oxygen and other gas mixture handling procedures as it pertains to chamber treatments. Basic knowledge of diving medicine, diving physics, and patient medical care.
Standard office equipment (phone, typewriter, computer, fax, copier, calculator) Multiplace hyperbaric chamber, compressed gases including oxygen and nitrogen, maintenance equipment Power and hand tools
JOB CONDITIONS
Ability to work inside a chamber environment that is enclosed, confined space and pressurized.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Requires ability to lift 100 pounds (assisting incapacitated patients). Physically capable to work inside a chamber environment. Successful completion of diving physical exam.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Pay rate: Hyperbaric Chamber Operator Trainee - $18/hr. Hyperbaric Chamber Operator range of $27/hr. to $32/hr. Retirement plan with up to 3% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions Employee assistance program (EAP) Pet Insurance UHP Hawai'i is an EEO employer.
