Facility Operator II
This position reports to the Director of Facility Operations. The Facility Operator II is responsible for construction, operation and maintenance of animal habitats and life support systems, building HVAC, water/sewer, natural and propane gas powered equipment, and control systems. The Facility Operator II performs general mechanical maintenance and repairs in conjunction with animal husbandry employees and related departments. Strong operational knowledge of animal LSS and water quality parameters are essential to this position.
Functions & Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Daily operation of animal life support filtration and building equipment and systems
Assess animal life support systems for compliance with operational parameters and communicating conditions and issues to supervision and other team members verbally and by email
Troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and minor electrical systems related to the animal life support systems, and animal habitats, water/sewer, HVAC, and building systems
Gathering and recording operational information in a clear and concise manner using computer-based data records
Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance of equipment and the facility
Monitoring and calibration of LSS and building control systems
Unloading, warehousing and inventory of operational consumables and supplies
Receiving, distributing and storing of various controlled products such as chlorine
Availability to work weekends, holidays, on-call rotation, weather events and respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis if needed
Participate in staff meetings and provide relevant input
Maintain awareness of industry-related activities, trends and best practices
Undertake special projects as assigned by the Director of Facility Operations
Consistent and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to a fitted respirator, eye and ear protection, gloves, hard hat, harness, steel-toed footwear
Skills & Experience
Knowledge & Skills
Written and verbal communication skills in order to comprehend detailed instructions in English
Ability to lift a minimum of sixty (60) pounds. Experience performing work that requires physical strength, stamina and good physical coordination
Carry out routine tasks with minimal supervision
Able to negotiate various field conditions – hot, cold, humid, wet, ice, wind, odors, smoke, uneven ground, etc
Able to work in a standing, kneeling, squatting or prone position for extended periods of time
Valid driver’s license required
Education & Experience
High school diploma
Minimum of 1 or more years of experience operating LSS and/or building mechanical systems
Aquatic Animal Life Support Operator (AALSO) Level 1 preferred
Prior experience operating commercial filtration equipment, mechanical equipment, HVAC, Building control systems beneficial
Experience with power tools, hand tools, welding, and fabrication using a variety of materials
Able to work in spaces with limited clearance, at heights, and/or close contact with other team members
Able to work safely in close proximity to animals
Fall protection and Confined Space entry certification or the ability to receive certification within 1 year of employment. Training provided as necessary
Job Requirements
Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell – any or all of which may be for extended periods. The employee must often lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
