COMMERCIAL DIVER I-II

Job Description:

COMMERCIAL DIVER I-II

Description

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Thursday, February 12, 2026, through 11:59 pm, Thursday, February 26, 2026.

SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I - $36.329 - $49.432 Hourly
Grade II - $39.209 - $53.360 Hourly

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, performs underwater and topside inspections on a variety of structures and vessels within the Port including vessels, etc. utilizing various non-destructive testing methods including ultrasonic, visual testing, liquid dye penetrant, and magnetic particle; performs underwater topside welding/burning on a variety of structures and vessels within the Port including vessels etc., utilizing various positions, techniques and materials; performs underwater inspections of timber fender and bearing piles, examining their condition; reports damaged, partially missing, or missing piles; performs visual inspections of concrete piles to note cracks, spalling, rust spots, deterioration of the circumference, and exposed steel of reinforcement of piles; scrapes and cleans concrete piles to remove marine growth in order to determine extent of damage to the underlying concrete; maintains continuous communications with workers on the surface and/or while under water; takes appropriate safety precautions, such as monitoring dive lengths, depths, air supply and breathing rate; repairs vessels, bridge foundations, or other structures below the water line using caulk, bolts and hand tools; cuts and welds/burns steel, using underwater welding/burning equipment, jigs and supports; recovers objects using approved underwater salvage techniques and equipment; uses and maintains diving gear in optimal condition; drives trucks to transport personnel and equipment to job sites; operates boom trucks and small outboard motor driven boats and punts and floats; operates hand tools such as chain saws, compressors, and carpentry tools; and performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Candidates must meet ALL of the following:

• Three years of experience as a dive tender or underwater construction worker.

• Certificate of Completion of an industrial deep sea diving course from an accredited Association of Commercial Diving Educators (ACDE) school, military diving school or equivalent (proof required)*.

• NOTE: Certificates of Completion from outside the U.S. must be accredited from the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) (proof required)*.

• Current Commercial Diver Certification (ADCI) (proof required)*.

• Current First Aid/CPR certificate (proof required)*.

Willingness to comply with the U.S. Coast Guard random drug and alcohol testing regulation.

Current Non-Destructive (NDT) Inspection Certificate or current Underwater Welding Certificate will be required within one year from appointment.

A valid driver's license must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Skills in basic motorboat operations.
• Ability to pass a thorough background security investigation as required by the Port of Long Beach.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Current Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI) certificate; current Oxygen Provider/ DAN02 Card; current Hot Tap Installation Certificate; current Hazardous Waste Operations (HAZWOPER) certificate, 8 hours minimum; current Cal/OSHA Construction Course Certificate, 10 hours minimum.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

Written Exam............................................................................................................Qualifying

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences .

If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 2/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$36.33 - $53.36 Hourly