Living Shores- Aquatics Facilities Host (Part Time Year Round)

Living Shores- Aquatics Facilities Host (Part Time Year Round)

The Living Shores Aquarium is looking for a motivated, focused, and energetic Aquatic Facilities host with a strong ability to learn on the job to join our aquarium team. The Aquatics Facility Host will report to the Aquatics and Aquarium Facilities Supervisor and be responsible for assisting in the maintenance and upkeep of the aquarium life support systems, HVAC units, and the general organizing and cleaning of the facility.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Works closely with facilities & animal care teams to maintain system operations in aquarium

Maintenance of large media sand filters

Saltwater mixing

Operation of wastewater evaporator

Maintain protein skimmer venturi injection cleaning and associated ozone generator piping.

HVAC filter changes and cleaning

Assist in general pump repair, replacement, and cleaning pump baskets, changing UV bulbs, O-rings, and quartz sleeves, and cleaning heat pump grates

Provide accurate record keeping for check-in/out procedures on Microsoft applications and in writing, experience with CMMS record keeping a plus

Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment, uphold all safety procedures and protocols set by Herschend Enterprises

Experience & Preferred Skills:

Background in plumbing or pool maintenance field accepted, any knowledge in aquarium keeping preferred but not required

Knowledge of nitrogen cycle water chemistry and the adequate parameters in aquariums

Ability to troubleshoot system inconsistencies in flow, temperature, and any equipment failure

High School diploma, GED, or Equivalent work experience will also be considered

Trade school training or other technical certification is a plus

Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with NH Child Labor Laws

Ability to work a flexible schedule preferred

Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record

Must possess strong mechanical aptitude and ability to utilize a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner

General working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pumps, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing and carpentry preferred

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, climb, or squat for short periods of time

Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 40 pounds or more

Ability to work in non-conventional areas of the property, including in confined spaces and ladders

Ability to consistently use hands to grasp, control, move objects/tools

Working Conditions:

Exposure to the variable temperatures, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions

Subject to repetitive motion, high noise levels, vibrations, motorized equipment, and exposure to various chemicals

Subject to zoonotic pathogens exposure, proper PPE is required in these situations.

Team member benefits:

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