LSS Technician (R&D)
We are seeking a dynamic LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN to join our team! This individual will be programing, operating, repairing, maintaining and monitoring all marine and freshwater aquatic life support systems including pumps, piping, filtration, disinfectant processes and control systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair Life Support Systems; including water filters, ozone generation and treatment, chlorine dosing equipment, UV sterilization, protein fractionators and associated computer controls.
- Works with LSS Manager, Facilities Manager, and Life Sciences, Water Quality and Veterinary departments to maintain an environment conducive to the health and well-being of all animals within the WOW Collection.
- Ensure adequate amounts of prepared freshwater and saltwater is available for all animal enclosures.
- Responsible for updating, and performing the LSS preventative maintenance program, including monitoring all filtration systems and water parameters
- Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair pumps, filters, valves, and actuators.
- Responsible for providing adequate means to fulfill repair maintenance for the Life Support Systems by maintaining adequate spare parts and special tool inventories.
- Work closely with the Life Support Systems Manager and Facilities Manager to perform standard operating procedures and operation sequences for LSS systems, plumbing and piping.
- Maintain operational data logs on all water systems.
- Mentors and trains less experienced staff in all aspects of the Life Support Systems.
- Assist staff and visitors as needed in a pleasant, professional and courteous manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Requires experience with large-scale aquatic life support and filtration systems preferably in a zoo or aquarium.
- Must have a good understanding of mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration as it applies to aquarium systems.
- Requires knowledge of automated controls, pneumatics, electro-mechanical and electro-optical devices and methods. Experience with RCK control systems preferred.
- Requires ability to read blueprints, schematic drawings and diagrams, P&ID's.
- Requires good computer and professional communication skills, and the ability to operate all required Microsoft office and building controls equipment. Experience with Trane systems preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of freshwater and saltwater chemistries.
- Basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical skills.
- Basic swimming ability.
LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- SCUBA diving certification preferred
- AALSO Life Support Operator Level I certification or the ability to obtain one within 1 year
- Valid driver's license
We offer the following benefits by joining our team:
- Store/Attraction employee discounts
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Company Paid Life Insurance, LTD, STD, 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
Apply Today!
About Us:
Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium consists of an all-new 1.5-million-gallon Aquarium Adventure showcasing 35,000 live fish, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds, and immersive Wildlife Galleries that bring visitors eye-to-eye with the greatest collection of record-setting game animals ever assembled. Created by noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder/CEO Johnny Morris, the 350,000-square-foot experience celebrates people who hunt, fish, and act as stewards of the land and water. Located next to Bass Pro Shops National Headquarters in Springfield, Missouri the campus is a centerpiece of America's Conservation Capital in Missouri's Ozark Mountains. Wonders of Wildlife has been voted “Best New Attraction in America” and “America's Best Aquarium” by the readers of USA TODAY. For more information, visit www.wondersofwildlife.org
