ONET Occupations » 49-9092.00

Commercial Divers

Work below surface of water, using scuba gear 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.

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Parachute skills

  1. Construct - Things (4.74)
  2. Repair - Things (4.74)
  3. Set up, assemble - Things (4.68)
  4. Shape, model, sculpt - Things (4.68)
  5. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (4.68)
  6. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (4.68)
  7. Follow through, get things done - People (4.44)
  8. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (4.30)
  9. Listen - People (4.25)
  10. Communicate well, in person - People (4.25)
  11. Pay attention to details - Data (4.19)
  12. Use my brain - Data (4.15)
  13. Use my intuition - Data (4.13)
  14. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.12)
  15. Operate, drive - Things (4.08)
  16. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.03)
  17. Coordinate - People (3.81)
  18. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.79)
  19. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  20. Manipulate - Things (3.75)
  21. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (3.75)
  22. Imagine - Data (3.68)
  23. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.68)
  24. Organize, classify - Data (3.63)
  25. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.63)
  26. Speak - People (3.62)
  27. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.61)
  28. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.61)
  29. Supervise, manage - People (3.59)
  30. Control, expedite things - Things (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (4.00)
  2. Critical Thinking (3.75)
  3. Speaking (3.62)
  4. Operation Monitoring (3.62)
  5. Time Management (3.62)
  6. Coordination (3.50)
  7. Operation and Control (3.50)
  8. Quality Control Analysis (3.50)
  1. Oral Expression (4.25)
  2. Oral Comprehension (4.25)
  3. Problem Sensitivity (4.13)
  4. Arm-Hand Steadiness (3.88)
  5. Speech Recognition (3.75)
  6. Near Vision (3.75)
  7. Multilimb Coordination (3.75)
  8. Manual Dexterity (3.75)
  9. Finger Dexterity (3.63)
  10. Control Precision (3.63)
  11. Information Ordering (3.63)
  12. Extent Flexibility (3.63)
  13. Deductive Reasoning (3.63)
  14. Perceptual Speed (3.50)
  15. Static Strength (3.50)
  16. Inductive Reasoning (3.50)
  17. Depth Perception (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.66)
  2. Persistence (4.44)
  3. Initiative (4.39)
  4. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.30)
  5. Self Control (4.24)
  6. Cooperation (4.19)
  7. Attention to Detail (4.19)
  8. Achievement/Effort (4.16)
  9. Stress Tolerance (4.15)
  10. Analytical Thinking (4.15)
  11. Innovation (4.12)
  12. Leadership (4.03)
  13. Independence (3.95)
  14. Integrity (3.90)
  15. Concern for Others (3.61)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Performing General Physical Activities (4.74)
  2. Handling and Moving Objects (4.68)
  3. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.66)
  4. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.60)
  5. Getting Information (4.53)
  6. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (4.47)
  7. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.31)
  8. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.30)
  9. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.28)
  10. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (4.15)
  11. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.08)
  12. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.05)
  13. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.97)
  14. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.90)
  15. Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (3.89)
  16. Documenting/Recording Information (3.84)
  17. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.81)
  18. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.79)
  19. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.79)
  20. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.70)
  21. Thinking Creatively (3.68)
  22. Developing and Building Teams (3.60)
  23. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.59)
  24. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.52)
  1. Charge Blasting Holes With Explosives (4.74)
  2. Build Or Repair Structures In Construction, Repair, Or Manufacturing Setting (4.74)
  3. Maintain Or Repair Boat Or Ship Hull Or Superstructure (4.74)
  4. Move Or Fit Heavy Objects (4.74)
  5. Cut Metal Or Plastic (4.68)
  6. Fabricate, Assemble, Or Disassemble Manufactured Products By Hand (4.68)
  7. Stretch, Bend, Straighten, Shape, Pound, Or Press Metal Or Plastic (4.68)
  8. Select Ship Repair Method (4.60)
  9. Read Blueprints (4.53)
  10. Read Work Order, Instructions, Formulas, Or Processing Charts (4.53)
  11. Read Specifications (4.53)
  12. Inspect Machinery Or Equipment To Determine Adjustments Or Repairs Needed (4.47)
  13. Repair Or Replace Gas, Steam, Sewer, Or Water Piping Or Fixtures (4.47)
  14. Erect Machinery In Marine Or Maritime Setting (4.47)
  15. Position, Align, Or Level Machines, Equipment, Or Structures (4.47)
  16. Set Up Specialized Rigging (4.47)
  17. Maintain Welding Machines Or Equipment (4.47)
  18. Assemble, Dismantle, Or Reassemble Equipment Or Machinery (4.47)
  19. Use Acetylene Welding/Cutting Torch (4.30)
  20. Weld Together Metal Parts, Components, Or Structures (4.30)
  21. Burn (Cut), Trim, Or Scarf Metal Objects (4.30)
  22. Use Hand Or Power Tools (4.30)
  23. Operate Cameras (4.30)
  24. Use Arc Welding Equipment (4.30)
  25. Use Two-Way Radio Or Mobile Phone (4.30)
  26. Operate Video Recorders (4.30)
  27. Signal Directions Or Warnings To Coworkers (4.28)
  28. Understand Construction Specifications (3.97)
  29. Identify Properties Of Metals For Repair Or Fabrication Activities (3.97)
  30. Identify Base Metals For Welding (3.97)
  31. Use Combination Welding Procedures (3.90)
  32. Maintain Repair Records (3.84)
  33. Perform Safety Inspections In Industrial, Manufacturing Or Repair Setting (3.79)
  34. Adhere To Safety Procedures (3.79)