Aquatic Life Support Systems Technician $22.00/HR (Hiring Immediately)

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is seeking an experienced and hardworking individual to join our Life Support Team. This person will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of aquatic animal exhibits and assisting with the operation and maintenance of the aquatic animal life support systems (LSS).
Responsibilities:

• Operation of life support systems with minimal supervision.
• Conduct rounds of all filtration areas to inspect pumps, motors, generators, chillers, boilers, and other LSS equipment.
• Collect and test water samples using appropriate lab practices and procedures.
• Assist with dive team during aquatic animal medical procedures, moves, transports operations, research projects, and care.
• Maintain and audit records of dives, equipment, and training of divers.
• Operate all equipment associated with pool maintenance including but not limited to hydraulic pool scrubbers and pool vacuum systems.
• Supervised addition of chemicals to life support systems as required.
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs and preventative maintenance with supervision.
• Participate in the inter- and intra-departmental cross training program.
• Maintain communication with Supervisors and other disciplines within the Aquatic Sciences and Animal Care Departments.
• Follow all policies and procedures of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Animal Care, and the Aquatic Sciences Department.
• Adhere to all federal and state guidelines, regulations, and laws.
• Perform all other duties as required.

• Availability to work varied shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays required.
• Ability to perform mathematic equations using geometry and algebra.
• Duties and tasks may involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 75lbs. Position is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, duck, crawl, climb stairs and ladders, and work at heights with fall protection.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications specifically Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Will be required to work indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions including cold and heat.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate vehicles (including but not limited to forklifts, golf carts, cars, trucks).
• Must be able to work with chemicals and follow MSDS.