MOS 12D—Diver
Qualifications for initial award of MOS 12D, Diver:
PULHES:
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Physical
Demands Rating: very heavy
Required
ASVAB Score: GM: 98 AND either a GT: 107 or ST: 106
Enlistment
Bonus: None
Security Clearance: None
U.S. Citizenship: Not Required
AIT Length / Location: 2 weeks, 4 days at Ft Leonardwood,
Missouri
Other Requirements
Diver (MOS 12D) Description / Major Duties:
The diver supervises or performs underwater reconnaissance, demolition, repair, and salvage.
Duties for MOS 12D at each skill level are:
MOSC 12D1O. Perform operator through intermediate levels of maintenance on diving life support equipment. Perform underwater work as directed from topside supervisor or lead diver. Operates power support equipment, emplaces demolitions, and performs as secondary air systems operator during diving and recompression chamber operations.
MOSC 12D2O. Perform operator through intermediate levels of maintenance on diving life support equipment. Perform as lead diver during underwater work. Prepare patching materials and pumps for salvage operations. Prepare explosives for placement. Prepare rigging and lifting devices for salvage of submerged objects. Assist diving supervisor in preparing equipment for diving operations. Perform as primary operator on air systems and underwater support equipment during diving and recompression chamber operations.
MOSC 12D3O. Supervise operator through intermediate levels of maintenance on diving life support equipment. Performs as senior diver and supervises diving operations. Direct preparation and operation of diving equipment and water craft support platforms. Supervise calculation, training, and use of explosives. Supervise use of underwater hydraulic and electric power equipment and other special underwater tools. Supervises recompression chamber and life support equipment during diving and emergency operations.
MOSC 12D4O. Supervise operator through intermediate levels of maintenance on diving life support equipment. Perform as a qualified Master Diver for lightweight diving teams. Supervise diving operations for dives deeper than 100 feet salt water. Supervises recompression therapy for diving injuries and coordinates medical support. Prepare detailed plans and reports for complex diving operations. Supervise use, training, and safety during demolitions missions. Assist the team leader during planning, scheduling, and execution of diving missions.
MOSC 12D50. Supervise operator through intermediate levels of maintenance on diving life support equipment. Performs as a qualified Master Diver for the control and support diving detachments and responsible for the command and control of assigned lightweight diving teams. Ensures all diving operations are conducted safely. Supervise deep sea diving missions and dives conducted deeper than 100 feet salt water. Formulate demolition plan for operational and training missions. Assist the commander in planning, scheduling, and executing training and operational missions. Provide expertise to staff planners and diving teams. Writes and develops doctrinal, regulatory, training, and safety material related to the accomplishment of diving missions.
Other Requirements for Award of MOS 12D:
(1) The medical fitness standards for diver per AR 40-501.
(2) MOSC qualification per AR 611-75 at each level of skill.
Additional Skill Identifiers for MOS 12D:
N / A
Article Last Modified: May 10, 2011
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