Charles Brooks
Seattle
Summary
Certified and experienced as a commercial diver, adaptable and professional with extended knowledge in maritime operations, engineering, and data communications. I am a US Navy veteran with a background in marine rescue and shipboard operations. I aim to add an asset and become part of your team, leveraging my unique skills in diving, rigging, and technical reporting successfully filling the role as commercial diver/ inspector.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diver/ Salvor
Donjon Marine
Newark, NJ
06.2024
- Executed emergency response salvage operations along the east coast (Francis Scott Key Bridge, Lovebug 122' Yacht, Grande Congo fire, Eileen Rita 86'). Planned and carried out dive operations surface-supplied and SCUBA working and rigging with crane barges, tug fleets, and various members of Navy SUP/SALV as well as boat/barge inspections for ABS.
Diver/Field Inspector
JMT
Trenton, NJ
01.2026 - Current
- Executed underwater inspections to assess structural integrity of bridges and various marine construction.
- Experienced in technical report writing and using Bentley Microstation, AutoCADD, Solid Edge for editing technical drawings sent to local and state agencies/ firms.
- Evaluated dive site conditions, providing recommendations for operational adjustments and risk mitigation.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on pipeline inspection projects, providing detailed feedback on necessary repairs or maintenance work needed.
- Inspected underwater pipelines, pilings, buoy systems and plant intakes with CCTV, digital photography and testing equipment.
Commercial Diver/ Tender
Seattle Dive Company
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Experience in joint maritime rescue operations
- Conducted over 100 working dives
- Completed skilled carpentry projects and repairs on underwater structures and bridge foundations
- Led and trained underwater surveys and inspections
- Delivered exceptional customer service to bolster strong relationships and build positive experiences
Boatswain's Mate (SW) SAR
USN
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Designated primary Search and Rescue Swimmer (3 years)
- Executed missions from Greece down and around the horn of Africa to include:
- -Knifefish Guided Missile Training Operations
- -Over 50 fast attack RIB launches
- -Medical Recovery
- -Fire Team
- -Crane/ Forklift Operator(4k-66k)-Working Party Coordinator
- -Maintenance and ships handling
Education
Highschool Diploma -
Brick Township Highschool
Brick06-2017
Certification-Diploma - Marine Chemist- Shipyard Competent Person IAW 29 CFR 1915.7
Certification-Diploma - FHWA-Bridge Inspections: Underwater Structure Inspections
PDH
10-2025
Certification-Diploma - Project Management-CAPM
New Jersey Institute of Technology
08-2025
Certification-Diploma - undefined
Divers Institute of Technology
Seattle10-2023
Skills
- Emergency Management and rescue operations
- Problem solving in harsh environments
- Familiarity and proficiency with rigging and crane operations
- Project Management, dive operation, and supervision
- Reliability in safety and dedication
- Teamwork and collaboration amongst multiple crews and marine assets
Certification
- ADCI Surface Supplied certifications and Diploma
- Current First Aid Certifications and Dive physical
- Six-month probationary evaluation
- Current Dive logs
Timeline
Diver/Field Inspector
JMT
01.2026 - Current
Diver/ Salvor
Donjon Marine
06.2024
Commercial Diver/ Tender
Seattle Dive Company
11.2023 - 05.2024
Boatswain's Mate (SW) SAR
USN
01.2018 - 09.2022
Certification-Diploma - Marine Chemist- Shipyard Competent Person IAW 29 CFR 1915.7
Certification-Diploma - FHWA-Bridge Inspections: Underwater Structure Inspections
PDH
Certification-Diploma - Project Management-CAPM
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Certification-Diploma - undefined
Divers Institute of Technology
Highschool Diploma -
Brick Township Highschool