3rd Shift Operations & Maintenance Specialist II – Aquarium Systems
We’re looking for technically skilled, curious, and dependable people to join our Operations & Maintenance team. This is a unique opportunity to apply your mechanical, electrical, or facility maintenance experience in an aquarium environment, directly supporting the systems that keep our animals, staff, and guests safe.
Functions & Responsibilities
Essential Functions
As an O&M Specialist, you’ll:
- Operate & maintain critical systems – including HVAC, boilers, pumps, life support systems, valves, filters, and other facility equipment.
- Work with water quality – perform water transfers, backwash filters, mix salt, and test water chemistry to ensure healthy aquatic environments.
- Troubleshoot & repair – perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and assist with mechanical/electrical repairs across the building.
- Collaborate & support – partner with operators, exhibit teams, and other staff to plan equipment downtime, respond to urgent issues, and support special events.
- Ensure safety & reliability – follow protocols for handling hazardous materials, maintain a safe workspace, and help keep systems running smoothly 24/7.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
Schedule
3rd Shift: 11:00 pm – 7:00 am, Tuesday through Saturday
Training: First 2 weeks on 1st Shift (M–F) for onboarding
Perk: Free on-site parking in our loading dock
Skills & Experience
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2+ years of experience in industrial, facility, or equipment maintenance (mechanical, electrical, or plumbing)
- Water quality, water chemistry, or life support system experience is a plus (but not required; we’ll train the right candidate)
- Comfortable using tools, troubleshooting equipment, and working in hands-on environments
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs., climb ladders, and work in varied conditions (heat, cold, humidity, noise)
Job Requirements
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Sit, stand, stoop, and walk as required.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The employee may be exposed to:
- Water, heat, cold, air particles, and smoke
- Falling material, electrical shock, hazardous chemicals, and fire
- Emergency vehicle traffic and variable noise levels (low to loud)