Water Sciences Ops/Dive Technician - Part Time, $34.56/Hour

Aulani, A Disney Resort And Spa Water Sciences Operator/Dive Technician

Come and join the magic with Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa! Perks and benefits may include:

• Tuition paid upfront at Network Schools
• Free lunch
• Free parking
• Free theme park admission and much more!

The Disney culture is enchanting and unique, and we have found a kindred spirit in the living heritage and graceful rhythm of O`ahu. Built upon 21 acres of oceanfront, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, welcomes Guests in true local fashion, calling on your natural passion and Aloha spirit to help us cultivate an experience that is upbeat, colorful and rooted in tradition. While our Guests take home happiness, the legends of O`ahu will become as much a part of them as they are of you.

Water Sciences Operator/Dive Technician is an hourly role. Duties will include, but are not limited to, operating Water Sciences water treatment systems, monitoring animal habitats, and diving to clean animal habitats. The technician will perform routine water quality analysis, and testing of critical Water Sciences components. In this role you will run checks on Water Sciences control systems to ensure proper operation of equipment. Water Sciences Operations/Dive Technician must be able to expertly interpret data related to treatment system operations and effectively troubleshoot and resolve system problems. Duties include cleaning and debris removal from animal habitats as well as upkeep of equipment pads used for water treatment. This role ensures adherence to strict water quality guidelines which is the basis of our aquatic animal health program. This position will primarily work a second or third shift.

The Dive Technician will serve as primary support for all Animal Programs dive activities, including guest programs such as SAS and Underwater Explorers which may require the use of video and/or photography equipment as well. Duties will also include, but are not limited to, monitoring animal habitats and diving to clean animal habitats. Duties include cleaning and debris removal from animal habitats as well as upkeep of equipment pads used for water treatment and handling of dive gear used for both guest and team programs. Basic animal husbandry tasks such as food preparation, animal feeds, guest fish feeding programs, clean-up of areas, and rotation of decon-tub items will be assigned as needed. This role ensures adherence to dive safety, strict water quality guidelines, which is the basis of our aquatic animal health program, and excellent guest service.

Basic Qualifications:

• Knowledge of PC based software including Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Basic Chemistry, Biology, & Physics concepts
• Ability to interface in a positive & productive manner with peripheral teams- (Ex. Animal Programs Husbandry and Maintenance Support Groups)
• Demonstrate ability to calmly deal with problem issues
• Demonstrate Excellent record keeping & Documentation skills
• Ability to Work in a Team Environment
• Exemplary Attendance Pattern
• Proven strong background in math concepts
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including overtime, weekends and holidays
• SCUBA Certification
• Dive Master or higher scuba certification
• High School degree or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to positively interact with guest of Aulani - A Disney Resort and Spa
• Rescue Diver Certified
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated strong partnering skills
• Proven water filtration background a plus with an understanding of Filters, Valves, Pumps and Disinfection processes
• Demonstrated ability to share creative and new ideas
• Proven understanding of SCADA control systems
• Ability to troubleshoot inaccuracies and malfunctioning system components to isolate problem areas. Report mechanical discrepancies to the facilities team and leadership
• Ability to organize work and to set priorities; has basic multi-tasking skills
• Ability to coordinate and supervise contracted service agents as necessary
• Ability to work as part of a global team and work well under pressure and changing situations
• Ability to understand the basic principles of water chemistry as they pertain to Life Support systems (DO, pH, Temperature, Nitrogen cycle, turbidity, ORP/HRR, oxidizers, algaecides, rules governing chemical application, biological filtration, nutrients, etc.)
• Ability to perform the daily accountabilities as they pertain to the shift (system inspections, skimmer/drain/pool cleaning, pump basket maintenance, manual backwash, pool balance, etc.)

SCHEDULE AVAILABILTY Must be available for a minimum of 2 days including a Saturday or Sunday (full availability is required during those 2 days). Must be available to work up to 40 hours per week during training.