Life Support Operator (Full Time)

POSITION DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain daily checklists for all life support systems.
• Follows cleaning and preventive maintenance schedule for all life support area equipment, including pumps, filters, instrumentation and ozone systems.
• Perform equipment function checks and calibrations.
• Work closely with supervisor to ensure timely ordering of parts, equipment and supplies, such as salt, chemicals and testing kits.
• Report maintenance issues and potential safety hazards to management.
• Help create operational standards for systems.
• Establish good working relationships and communication with animal staff to ensure equipment and procedures are working properly.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• AALSO Level 1 Life Support Operator certification preferred.
• SCUBA certification preferred.
• Previous experience with and general knowledge of life support systems required.
• Knowledge of water chemistry, proper laboratory and quarantine techniques.
• Ability to perform repairs and general maintenance on various life support systems and equipment, such as sand filters, protein skimmers, water pumps, meters, generators, air pumps and ozone systems.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and protocols required while working with life support systems.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, required.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Negative TB test.
• Able to lift 75 pounds and have sufficient mobility to ensure a safe work environment.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time and work in loud areas.
• Able to tolerate stress and make immediate decisions concerning the safety of animals, employees and the public.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes. May be required to report during emergency situations, such as power failure.