Calgary & Edmonton, Alberta Region
Contract / Project-Based | Casual / Fixed-Term
Canada Pump and Power is looking for experienced, certified Commercial Divers / Marine Equipment Operators to support upcoming projects in the Calgary and Edmonton region.
This is a hands-on, project-based role for divers who are comfortable working in challenging environments, supporting marine operations, and helping our teams safely complete underwater construction, maintenance, inspection, and equipment-related work.
Our dive and marine crews take on unique, complex, and demanding jobs — and we’re looking for people who are ready to go below the surface to get the work done safely and professionally.
As a Commercial Diver / Marine Equipment Operator, you will:
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Perform underwater construction, maintenance, inspection, and support tasks as directed by the supervisor
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Operate and assist with marine equipment such as boats, barges, and dredges
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Support safe project execution in marine, industrial, and construction environments
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Complete Field Level Risk Assessments using Nektar
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Follow company Safe Work Policies, Practices, Procedures, and client requirements
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Identify, report, and help correct hazards, near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions
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Work within company, client, and regulatory standards related to the scope of work
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Communicate clearly with supervisors, crew members, clients, and subcontractors
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Assist with additional site, marine, or project-related duties as required
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Valid Class 5 driver’s licence
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Minimum 3 years of acceptable driving history
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Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English
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Experience operating marine equipment such as boats, barges, or dredges
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Ability to work safely in physically demanding marine and industrial environments
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Strong awareness of hazards, changing conditions, and crew communication
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Willingness to travel for project-based work
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DCBC Certification — required
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Current physician-approved Diver Medical Certification
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Marine Emergency Duties MED A3 or SDV-BS
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SVOP Certification required to operate boats
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Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with acceptable driving record
Please note: Distracted driving and DUI-related charges may prevent employees from being approved through company insurance to operate vehicles or equipment.
Successful candidates must be able to complete and pass:
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Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
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Criminal record check
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Pre-employment quiz
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Driver’s abstract review
This role may involve work in:
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Marine and industrial project environments
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Noisy, wet, cold, or physically demanding conditions
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Inclement weather
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Rough water conditions
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Low-visibility underwater environments
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Areas with potential physical, chemical, or biological hazards
You will work closely with other employees, supervisors, clients, and subcontractors to complete projects safely and efficiently.
Candidates must be able to:
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Work long day or night shifts up to 12 hours
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Work with irregular break schedules depending on project needs
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Move safely over, around, and through obstacles
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Lift, carry, and handle heavy or awkward loads up to 20 kg
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Perform physically demanding work in outdoor and marine environments
Job Type: Fixed-term contract / Casual / Project-based
Additional Pay: Overtime pay
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, day shift, night shift, and overtime as required
Travel: Up to 100% depending on project location and schedule
If you’re a certified Commercial Diver with marine equipment experience and you’re ready to take on challenging project-based work with a growing Canadian marine and industrial company, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Canada Pump and Power team.
