We have all had that moment sitting on the back of a dive boat, looking at the guide and thinking, “I wish this was my job.” Becoming an SSI Divemaster is the first step into the professional scuba world, but what does the job actually entail? Spoiler alert: it’s not just floating around looking at turtles. It is early mornings, heavy lifting, and immense responsibility—but it is also the most rewarding job on the planet. Here is a behind-the-scenes look at a real day in the life of a divemaster.