WILLIAM ROWE
Hamilton,MT
Summary
PADI-certified divemaster with extensive experience leading dives and instructing students in discover scuba diving. Proven ability to deliver safe and engaging dive experiences for diverse groups while strictly adhering to safety protocols. Strong background in guest relations, demonstrating adaptability in dynamic travel environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PADI Dive Master
Dive Missoula
Missoula, Montana
02.2026 - Current
- Lead and supervise more than 75 guided dives for groups of varying skill levels, ensuring safety, engagement, and adherence to dive plans.
- Conduct pre-dive briefings and post-dive debriefs, clearly communicating safety procedures and dive expectations
- Deliver hands-on instructions in buoyancy control, oxygen management, equipment use, and underwater safety techniques.
- Monitor diver behavior and environmental conditions to proactively mitigate risks.
- Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot scuba equipment (ScubaPro, Apex, Aqua Lung), ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Provide high-quality guest experience by adapting instruction to individual needs and fostering a welcoming environment.
Dive Master Intern
Dive Missoula
Missoula, Montana
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Assisted in leading training sessions and introductory dive experiences for new divers.
- Supported daily dive operations, including equipment setup, logistics, and student coordination
- Serviced and maintained dive equipment to ensure safety and optimal performance.
- Coordinated travel and logistics for group dive trips, ensuring smooth, safe and enjoyable dive experience.
- Gained operational knowledge of equipment management and customer service best practices.
Education
Certificate - Dive Master 578023
Professional Association of Dive Instructors
Missoula, MT02-2026
Skills
- Dive supervision & group coordination
- Equipment maintenance & troubleshooting
- Safety & emergency response (first aid, CPR, oxygen use)
- Risk assessment & safety compliance
- Customer service & effective communication
- Deep, rescue & buoyancy control techniques
- Gas mixing & diving equipment knowledge
- Boat handling & dive site briefing
- Time management & professional demeanor
Certification
- PADI - Dive Master #578023 02/26
- CPR/First Aid #578023 10/2025
- PADI - Emergency Oxygen Provider
- PADI - Advanced Open Water Certification
- PADI - Rescue Diver Certification
- PADI - Discover Scuba Dive (DSD) Leader Certification 03/26
- ScubaPro - Regulator Technician Certification 08/25
- Aqua Lung Apex Regulator Technician Certification 11/25
- PADI - Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver 06/25
Timeline
PADI Dive Master
Dive Missoula
02.2026 - Current
Dive Master Intern
Dive Missoula
05.2025 - 02.2026
Certificate - Dive Master 578023
Professional Association of Dive Instructors