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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Employment Outlook	Growth Rate 0.5% Openings Per Year 13
Wages	Median Hourly $83 per hour Average Annual $156,020 per year
Education Needed	Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Education Available in Washington	Diver, Professional and Instructor
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