Scuba Shop Assistant- Now Hiring

Job Title: Dive Shop Assistant
Location: Tigard, Oregon
Company: Under Water Works
Employment Type: Part-Time
Pay: $18/hour

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About Us:
At Under Water Works, we are passionate about creating the best diving experience for our customers. Whether it’s learning to dive, continuing dive education, purchasing gear, or planning dive travel, we’re here to help. We believe in honest, straightforward guidance to ensure safe and independent diving. Our team of PADI instructors and dive enthusiasts is committed to sharing our knowledge and love of diving with our community.

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Position Overview:
We are seeking a friendly and enthusiastic Dive Shop Assistant to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who appreciates diving and enjoys helping others discover the underwater world. As a Dive Shop Assistant, you will oversee in-shop sales of scuba and freediving courses and equipment, provide exceptional customer service, and support our mission to make diving accessible and enjoyable for all.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Assist customers with selecting scuba and freediving equipment that suits their needs.

• Provide information about diving courses and travel opportunities.

• Handle sales transactions and maintain accurate records.

• Ensure the shop is clean, organized, and well-stocked.

• Support dive equipment servicing operations as needed.

• Promote a welcoming and knowledgeable environment that reflects our passion for diving.

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Work Schedule:

• Monday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM

• Thursday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM

• Friday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM

• Saturday: 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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Qualifications:

• A passion for scuba diving and/or freediving.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Customer service or retail experience is a plus.

• Ability to learn quickly about diving equipment and courses.

• Reliable and detail-oriented.

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Benefits:

• Competitive pay at $18/hour.

• 25%-35% discount on in-shop dive equipment purchases.

• Discounts on all dive classes up to the Assistant Instructor certification level.

• Potential for dive equipment service training.

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How to Apply:
If you’re excited to share your love of diving and help others explore the underwater world, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position to Gretchen@uwwscuba.com. Please submit resumes before June 2, 2025; candidate to start by the end of June.

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Join the Under Water Works team and help us inspire the next generation of divers!

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