Jim Fuderer
About Jim Fuderer
Jim Fuderer is a Dive Operations Specialist and EGS/GSE Operations Lead at Bastion Technologies, Inc., with over two decades of experience in the commercial diving industry. His career includes roles in various companies, including T&T Salvage LLC and Cal Dive International, where he has demonstrated adaptability and leadership skills.
Work at Bastion Technologies
Jim Fuderer has been employed at Bastion Technologies, Inc. since 2016, serving as a Dive Operations Specialist and EGS/GSE Operations Lead. His role involves overseeing dive operations at the NASA Johnson Space Center's Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory in Houston, Texas. Fuderer's responsibilities include managing dive teams and ensuring safety protocols are adhered to during underwater operations.
Previous Experience in Commercial Diving
Fuderer has a comprehensive background in commercial diving, having worked in various capacities since 1994. He held positions at T&T Salvage LLC as a Commercial Diver for five months in 2016, and at Cal Dive International from 2012 to 2016, where he transitioned from a Commercial Diver to Project Coordinator/Project Manager. His earlier roles included working as a Commercial Diver and Dive Supervisor at Stolt Offshore and American Oilfield Divers Inc.
Education and Training in Diving
Fuderer has pursued extensive education related to diving and marine operations. He studied at the College of Oceaneering, achieving a Commercial Air Diver - Medic Specialty from 1993 to 1994. He also completed the Diving System Assurance Training Course and the Client Worksite Representative Training Course at LBJ MARITIME in 2014, each lasting 11 months.
Background in Marine Operations
Before entering the commercial diving industry, Fuderer served in the US Navy as a Boiler Technician from 1988 to 1992. His military experience provided him with foundational skills in marine operations, which he later applied in his civilian career. Fuderer has accumulated over two decades of experience in the diving industry, working in both field and managerial roles.
Achievements in Diving Operations
Throughout his career, Fuderer has played a significant role in various marine construction projects. Notably, he was involved in completing Cal Dive's last major project in Mexico as a Surface/Saturation Diver. His ability to adapt from field roles to supervisory and managerial positions highlights his leadership skills and commitment to the diving industry.