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Are there related fields I might want to look into?

Thank you for agreeing to this informational interview. My name is Michael, I am 18 years old and I love math and history. I am a Job Corps student at Pine Knot KY. I am reaching out too you because I belive, I would enjoy a career in Underwater Welding. I would appreciate your perspective on the practical aspects of working in this area. #welding #career #math #job #construction

I have some questions if you dont mind answering them;

What is a typical day like in your Job?
Are there related fields I might want to look into?
What are employers looking for in this
career(skills,education,experience)?
4. Where do you work now?
5. What skills do you use?

If you have any in information please email me.

Thank you in advance for you time.

Sincerely,

Michael N Osborne-Ingram

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Kim’s Answer

Michael, I am not in underwater welding, but, my son had looked into this years ago. At that time, his interest was working on ships. I believe there would also be positions in the oil industry. As you know, this job has two components: Underwater. and. Welding.


In order to perform any job underwater, you need to be able to scuba dive. Beyond that, you will need to be able to stay calm and think your way through when problems happen. You cannot panic underwater! My son was a diver, and really enjoyed it.


There are many different types of welds, and types of material that welders work with. Working in job placement, I have met many welders. They were very knowledgeable and took great pride in their work. A good weld is almost like art - it is a skill. I encourage you to learn all you can about working with the different types of metals.


I also encourage you to look into a career with the US Navy. There are lots of opportunities there, and, better yet, they will train you, at no cost to you. You will have marketable skills when you leave the Navy!


Other underwater careers would be in Environmental research, teaching others to dive, salvage operations (bringing up ship and even aircraft wreckage) and things like that.


I think this is a cool career, and wish you the best as you continue to explore it!


Kim
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John’s Answer

Divers Institute of Technology (DIT); underwater welding and commercial diving school, veteran owned and operated in Seattle. At Divers Institute of Technology (DIT), you can get prepared for a diving career or diving certification in just 7 months! Check out Divers Institute of Technology and become a commercial / scuba diver, underwater welder, and start your diving career with us!

web site: https://www.diversinstitute.edu

Another away is to contact your local Navy Recruiter and ask about becoming a Navy Welder or CB Construction Welder and then see if you can get diver certifications.

Good Luck - job is touch and dangerous but very rewarding

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Go online and contact the DIT. I have worked with several of their graduates and they all swear by them. GOOD LUCK
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