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Underwater Mechanix Services LLC

Commercial Construction Diver - Job Training Program

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Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
121 - 150 days
Locations
1 location in Florida
Career field
Construction and Extraction
Target MOS/ratings
All Seabee rates, 120A, 12H, 12P, 12W, 12X, 91L
Nearest installation
NS Mayport

About the program

MARINE CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIANMilitary members transitioning to a career as a commercial marine construction technician, likely already possess many core skills such as an understanding of engineering principles, communication skills, teamwork, and attention to detail. This plan focuses on bridging the gap between military and commercial marine construction by emphasizing industry certifications, specialized training in construction equipment, practices and techniques, and career-oriented preparation.

Jobs this program prepares you for

UMX will provide the candidate sixteen plus weeks (dependent on allotted skillbridge timeframe) of instructor led formal, and on the job training to assist in the candidate’s transition into the marine construction industry. Our training will prepare them for a career as a Marine construction technician providing multiple individual apprenticeship programs to include, welding and cutting, small engine tech, equipment operator, rigger and concrete worker. The service member will receive a level of knowledge exam during the onboarding process. This exam will be utilized to determine the members starting point in the training process and to help tailor the training plan to specific strengths and weaknesses. Before integration into the workforce for OJT he or she will be required to complete multiple online safety courses. There are several individual local certifications listed in the training plan that the servicemember will have the opportunity to obtain while at UMX. These certifications will require demonstration of competent knowledge, passing a written exam, and a practical hands-on exam. While onboard the service member will be assigned a senior staff member from the operations team as a mentor. This employee will help tailor each individual training road map to ensure that the service members’ time onboard will be efficiently managed to obtain the individual certifications that he or she will benefit from the most. They will conduct weekly meetings with the service members to monitor training plan progress and make adjustments if needed.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Construction experience outside of military.

This is a no cost program.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ