VOLUNTEER

Hands on. Boots on. In the boat.

Fathom Restoration is pre-operational, but we're building our volunteer roster now. Certified divers, captains, HazMat-trained transport, shore-team support — we're tracking everyone who wants in when funding lands.

JOIN THE LIST · START WHEN WE LAUNCH

Six tracks. Pick the one that fits.

Every recovery operation needs more than divers. From shore-team support to community outreach, here's where we need help once we're funded.

FIELD · CERTIFIED
Working Divers

USCG, NAUI, or PADI Rescue+ certification required. Direct participation in recovery operations under our Dive Safety Officer. Background check and pre-dive medical clearance required.

FIELD · CERTIFIED
Boat Captains

USCG OUPV ("six-pack") license minimum — 100-Ton preferred. Vessel operation during recovery missions. Insurance verification required.

FIELD · SUPPORT
Shore Team

No certification required. Surface support during operations — equipment staging, line tending, documentation, photography, and communications coordination.

TRANSPORT
CDL HazMat Drivers

CDL-A with HazMat endorsement. Backup transport capacity for recovered vehicles to certified disposal facilities. Compensated when active.

DEVELOPMENT
Outreach & Events

Community outreach, presentations to schools and civic groups, fundraising events, and grant-writing support. Remote work welcome.

PROFESSIONAL
Specialized Skills

Environmental scientists, marine biologists, GIS analysts, legal counsel, accountants, communications professionals — pro-bono contributions welcome.

A real volunteer program. Not a sign-up form that goes nowhere.

01
Apply

Complete a short interest form (live once we launch). Tell us your skills, certifications, and availability.

02
Vetting

Background check, certification verification, and reference checks for field roles. Liability waiver for all volunteers.

03
Training

Role-specific safety briefing and orientation. Pre-operation training for field volunteers; communications training for support.

04
Operations

Scheduled missions based on funding and target priority. We notify volunteers in advance and confirm 48 hours out.

We're not yet activating volunteers — but we're building the list.

Send us a note with your name, the role(s) that interest you, any relevant certifications, and your general location. When we launch operations in Q1 2027 (target), we'll reach out to everyone on the list with concrete opportunities.

Email your interest

Subject line: Volunteer Interest — [Role]. Include certifications, location, and availability. We respond within 7 days.

Email Volunteer Inquiry

The work doesn't happen without you.

Whether you dive, drive, write, or just show up — there's a place for you in this. Add your name to the list and we'll be in touch.

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