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Commercial Divers

 

Work below surface of water, using surface-supplied air or scuba equipment to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and structures. May use a variety of power and hand tools, such as drills, sledgehammers, torches, and welding equipment. May conduct tests or experiments, rig explosives, or photograph structures or marine life. Excludes “Athletes and Sports Competitors” (27-2021), “Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers” (33-3051), and “Fishing and Hunting Workers” (45-3031). 

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Growth Rate Click for more information on Growth rate 0.5%
Openings Per Year Click for more information on Employment outlook 13
Wages
Median Hourly Click for more information on Median Hourly Wage $83 per hour
Average Annual Click for more information on Average Wage $156,020 per year
Education Needed Click for more information on Education needed Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. 
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