Newport Aquarium Facilities Maintenance Technician - Entry-Level 2nd Shift (10am to 8:30pm)

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to perform minor troubleshooting techniques on plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Perform daily planned and unplanned maintenance functions as needed with minimum support.
• Operate machine tools such as drill press, power saw, etc. following company safety training.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work in and around all species and types of animals.
• Perform common painting and minor drywall repairs.
• Able to perform minor plumbing work and services.
• Able to perform minor electrical repairs (i.e.: ballast replacement, lamp replacement, receptacle replacement, light switches, etc.).
• Able to perform basic carpentry skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities & Maintenance Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED, vocational school preferred; experience or any combination which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities.
• Able to work afternoons / evenings Sunday to Wednesday 10am to 8:30pm.
• Driver's License with clean driving record within the last 3 years.
• Safety Critical position subject to random drug screening.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.
• In good health and capable of performing strenuous and/or heavy physical labor.
• No history of allergy related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work.
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop.
• Ability to climb ladders, step ladders, scaffolding to heights of 25’.
• Physical strength, including ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Immunocompetence (possible exposure to infections and parasitic disease).

BENEFITS

• Starting pay rate: $18.00 to $20.00 per hour.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurances.
• 40 sick hours, 40 personal hours, 8 Holidays, 80 Vacation Hours annually.
• Profit Sharing and 401K Plan with company match.
• Free entrance for you and your dependents which extends to most Herschend Enterprises’ properties.
• Earn 1 General Admission complimentary ticket, that you can give to anyone, per pay period.
• Discounts at Sharky’s Café, Sweet Dreams Candy Company, and the gift shop.
• Discounted tickets and annual passes for friends and family.
• Training and development.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• You can expect to work on projects that have never been done before – ideas that are unproven, and concepts that make people smile.
• You can expect to have fun and be treated with respect the minute you start…and through to the end.
• You can expect to work in an environment that is highly innovative and low in politics – truthful and filled with smart people; all while providing the BEST GUEST EXPERIENCE IN THE NATION!
• You can expect to work hard and make a difference in our world by helping to bring families closer together.
• Grow U has hundreds of programs available from certifications to college prep to associates, bachelor's, and master’s degrees. Most of these programs are fully funded. Learn more at: https://www.newportaquarium.com/Careers/Benefits/GrowU.

About the Role

• Newport Aquarium, one of the many properties owned by Herschend Enterprises, prides itself on creating memories worth repeating.
• Their Core Values – greatly exceeding guest expectations, serving others, creating emotional connections, and constantly improving – give us purpose and guidance.

Skills

• Preferred Team Player : Works well as a member of a group.
• Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.
• Preferred Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
• Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks.

Behaviors

• Preferred Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
• Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks.

Education

• Required High School Diploma or GED, vocational school preferred; experience or any combination which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities.

Experience

• Required Driver's License.

Licenses & Certifications

• Required Drivers License.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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