Diver​/Senior Technician

We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an on‑call capacity. This position will primarily operate out of the Metro NY area, with equipment housed in Elizabeth, NJ. The selected candidate will work on projects in various geographies, including but not limited to Metro NY. Primary responsibilities include supporting coastal and waterfront projects relating to shoreline protection, seawalls, marinas, recreational piers, harbors, harbor and facility dredging, and waterfront parks.

The selected candidate will also work on land‑based projects.

• Act as part of a diving team, capable of performing underwater inspections and construction monitoring.
• Support dive team as Tender, Stand‑by Diver, and Diver, and through miscellaneous equipment management.
• Capable of working on floating platforms and small boats.
• Perform land‑based construction monitoring and other field activities.
• Assist Team Leader with preparing daily field reports and other technical documents.

• 4 or more years of experience diving professionally.
• Experience performing inspections and construction monitoring.
• Experience maintaining and servicing diving equipment and watercraft.
• Experience preparing field reports and other technical documents.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Willingness and ability to work outside in the field, including during inclement conditions.
• Ability to travel for site visits, inspections, and field work, including overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Current diving certifications and credentials, comprising at a minimum: ADCI Air Diver and Diving Physical within 12 months.

• FHWA‑NHI Safety Inspection of Bridges.
• OSHA 10‑hr or similar.
• TWIC (Transit Worker Identification Credential).
• DOT Medical Clearance.
• State‑Issued Boating License or USCG Captain’s License.

Physical requirements include moderate walking, standing, climbing, and occasional lifting up to 25 lbs, as well as exposure to outdoor and maritime environments.

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.