Army MOS · Engineering
12D Diver
Overview
A Diver performs or supervises SCUBA and surface supplied diving operations to depths of 190 feet of seawater. The diver supports underwater reconnaissance, demolition, port construction and rehabilitation, harbor clearance, ship husbandry, river crossings, hydrographic surveys, and salvage operations.
Core Skills
- underwater operations planning
- navigation and hydrographic survey support
- demolition and salvage operations
- risk assessment and safety management
- equipment maintenance
- field communications usage
- team leadership in austere environments
- documentation and reporting
- problem solving under stress
- physical endurance and resilience
Civilian Software & Tools
- Diving logbook software
- Diving table software
- Dynamic positioning DP software
- Remote operated vehicle ROV dive log software
- Web browser software
Civilian Career Paths
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Management
- Mechanical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Architect Registration Examination (ARE)
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Associate Construction Manager (CACM)
- Certified Associate Constructor (CAC)
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Hazardous Materials Practitioner (CHMP)
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam: Industrial and Systems · Funded · Promotion points
- Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) Exam
- Certified Construction Specifier (CCS)
What the Work Involves
- Take appropriate safety precautions, such as monitoring dive lengths and depths and registering with authorities before diving expeditions begin.
- Check and maintain diving equipment, such as helmets, masks, air tanks, harnesses, or gauges.
- Communicate with workers on the surface while underwater, using signal lines or telephones.
- Descend into water with the aid of diver helpers, using scuba gear or diving suits.
- Obtain information about diving tasks and environmental conditions.
Related Occupations
- Riggers
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
- Ship Engineers
- Sailors and Marine Oilers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 12D. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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