Water Quality Filtration Mechanic
The Water Quality Filtration Mechanic has an integral part in the wellbeing of our animals and guests. This person is directly responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of our Life Support Systems as well as swimming pools and other water interactive features. This person is also responsible for maintaining the proper water chemistry balance on those systems as dictated by the USDA and Florida Department of Health standards.
Functions & Responsibilities
Essential Functions
•Perform all basic tasks as related to the maintenance of the saltwater and freshwater systems.
•Perform basic filter and plumbing repairs
•Recognize normal system/equipment operations, required action, and notification, plus involvement in preventative maintenance programs
•Perform proper water chemistry testing and understand results as it pertains to all systems
•Maintain highest standards of work area cleanliness at all times both in the life support systems and display area
•Perform other miscellaneous duties as required
Skills & Experience
Education & Experience
•Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
•Must be at least 18 years old
•Must have at least 1 year operational experience in an aquatic life support facility or other water treatment facility
•Background in plumbing and pool service
Job Requirements
Physical Requirements
•Must be able to stand for long periods of time
•Must be able to lift, push and pull 50 pounds
Working Conditions
•Chemicals
•Fumes/Dust/Odor
•Heat Temperature Extremes
•Heights
•Indoors/AC
•Indoors/no AC
•Motion
•Noise Exposure
•Outdoors/Weather
•Outdoors/Shaded
•Protective Gear
•Vibration
•Water Exposure
