We are seeking a Junior Sales Technician to support technical sales and customer service within the Aquarium and Zoo markets. This is a remote position with periodic in-person collaboration, including onsite training, occasional facility visits, team meetings, and trade shows.

This role is designed for someone early in their career who has a passion for aquatic environments, marine biology, aquaculture, or related fields—and wants to grow their expertise in aquatic life support systems and commercial water treatment equipment. The position includes structured training, direct mentorship from senior sales technicians, and a clear development path within IAS.

The Automation Technician is responsible for reviewing, testing, and making improvements to the building automation systems. This includes but is not limited to the automation components, sensors, and infrastructure associated with the building’s mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life support, and security systems that support the Shedd Aquarium’s Security and Facilities staff. The Automation Technician will work with O&M staff to review issues that arise with equipment, troubleshoot components or automation programs, and make adjustments accordingly. The Automation Technician will work with outside vendors to review BAS and security system components, review obsolescence, and plan for future capital projection updates. The Automation Technician will work with Shedd Technology staff to perform system integration, maintenance, and upgrades, deliver software updates, and ensure the security and compliance needs of BAS systems are being met. This position will report to the Director of Facilities Technology and System Operations.
This position ensures safe, efficient, and reliable facility performance while supporting animal health, guest safety, and overall operational excellence. The Automation Technician will utilize the CMMS system to receive work orders and to schedule replacement of failed components with O&M staff.

Schedule/Shift:
1st Shift: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday
Training: First week on 1st Shift (M–F) for onboarding

The Seattle Aquarium, a leading marine conservation organization, is looking for a Life Support Systems Technician (LSS Tech II or Senior Tech, depending on knowledge, skill and experience) to join the Engineering team in the Facilities and Operations department. LSS Technicians are responsible for the operation, maintenance, design or repair (depending on level of role) and optimization of aquatic life support systems to ensure they function efficiently, sustainably and in alignment with the Aquarium’s standards for animal welfare and safety. Reporting to the LSS Supervisor, this role supports the structural integrity of habitats, contributes to system improvements and capital projects, and plays a key role in maintaining exhibit health through proper water quality and mechanical system performance.

The position requires strong technical skills, the ability to work independently, and the ability to collaborate closely with Animal Care, Water Quality, Facilities and Operations teams. LSS Technicians also participate in on-call overnight monitoring and emergency response to animal health-dependent systems. Through this work, this position plays a vital role in supporting the health of aquatic life and the overall mission of the Aquarium.

All positions at the Aquarium support and advance our SALISH Values (Sustainable, Awe-Inspiring, Learning and Improving, Inclusive Community, Scientific Integrity, Honoring Place). As a part of our values, the Aquarium is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. We adopted a DEI strategic plan and Regenerative Plan. We envision a future in which ocean and coastal communities survive and thrive, where we can meet the needs of the present while building more resilient and equitable systems for the future.

The engineering team has 7 people when fully staffed. In addition to a manager, supervisor and associate building engineer, the team has 4 life support systems staff. LSS technicians are evaluated based on knowledge, skills, abilities and experience to determine role level: LSS Tech I, II, or Senior.

Key functions: These represent a portion of responsibilities. Please see the Aquarium website for full job descriptions for the Life Support Systems Technician II and Senior Life Support Systems Technician.

• System Operations & Maintenance
• System Support & Improvements
• Project Implementation (Senior Techs)
• Safety & Compliance
• Training & Development

We are seeking a Junior Sales Technician to support technical sales and customer service within the Aquarium and Zoo markets. This is a remote position with periodic in-person collaboration, including onsite training, occasional facility visits, team meetings, and trade shows.

This role is designed for someone early in their career who has a passion for aquatic environments, marine biology, aquaculture, or related fields—and wants to grow their expertise in aquatic life support systems and commercial water treatment equipment. The position includes structured training, direct mentorship from senior sales technicians, and a clear development path within IAS.

This position is responsible for leading and managing the Life Sciences Department, including day-to-day husbandry operations, Life Support System (LSS) oversight, and Aquarist staff within the Aquarium. Primary responsibilities include ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, safety, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness across all habitats and programs. This role provides strategic leadership for the care, wellbeing, procurement, and management of all animals under the facility’s care. The Animal Care Manager is also responsible for fostering a collaborative, guest-focused culture by coaching and developing staff, supporting cross-departmental partnerships, and actively promoting education and conservation through guest engagement, outreach, and public programming. Additional responsibilities include habitat maintenance oversight, LSS coordination, training and professional development of staff, enrichment and behavioral program development, and serving as Manager on Duty (MOD) when assigned.

Under the supervision of the Director of Animal Health, the Environmental Quality Manager provides on-site operational management of the Environmental Quality (EQ) Lab in Boston and Quincy, and oversees EQ technicians at our Central Wharf facility. The Environmental Quality Manager plays a key role in supporting animal well-being by ensuring all habitats are maintained within stable, closely monitored environmental parameters. Responsibilities include monitoring, recording, interpreting, and reporting water quality data, implementing appropriate corrective actions, and ensuring all work aligns with institutional standards and complies with federal, state, and local regulations.
This is a full-time regular position offering a comprehensive benefits package. The schedule will be Tuesday – Saturday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Work must be conducted onsite, predominantly at our facility in Boston, but candidates must be flexible to work in our facility in Quincy up to one day each week. Availability to work weekends, some holidays, and occasional early morning or late night hours required.

Please ensure that your application highlights your experience and qualifications as they relate to the responsibilities of this role.

Do you have hands-on experience maintaining and repairing water systems for aquatic life? Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens seeks a Full-Time Life Support Operator to maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot the aquaculture systems that support our aquatic and semi-aquatic species.

The Zoo’s REZOOVENATION: The Campaign to Inspire. This role is essential in sustaining the enhanced aquatic environments that support animal care excellence and an elevated guest experience. The position ensures all aquatic systems operate at peak performance, maintaining optimal water quality and supporting the health and well-being of our animals.

As a subject matter expert, you will operate, repair, and maintain both manual and automated life support systems, including recirculating aquaculture systems, ozone generators, backwash systems, pumps, filtration systems, valves, UV sterilizers, HVAC systems, and integrated water quality monitoring systems. You will work in freshwater and saltwater habitats, including the 330,000-gallon Manatee River aquarium within the Manatee Critical Care Center expansion.

You may perform aquatic husbandry duties to ensure optimal water quality, including monitoring parameters, managing fecal matter, and minimizing interactions with species to maintain a healthy environment. Each day involves collaboration across teams, precise water testing, technical problem-solving, and adjustments to optimize living conditions for aquatic life.

Apply your technical expertise to sustain life support systems that protect aquatic life, inspire conservation, and create memorable experiences for our guests.

Help us achieve our mission of “Connecting communities with wildlife and wild places.”

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations
EOE / DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

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.

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.

Shift: Sunday – Thursday, 5:00 pm – 1:00 am

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The O&M Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day repair, maintenance, and installation of the building’s mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing equipment that supports both the operation and maintenance of the Facilities team. All conditions affecting building services, life safety of the guest, and aquatic Life. The O&M Supervisor will coordinate the daily work schedule of the team with the Directors of Operations and Maintenance for scheduling tasks that occur across the three shifts.

The O&M Supervisor is responsible for overseeing both the operation and maintenance of the Aquarium’s Life Support Systems and Base Building systems, including Security Components. This position ensures safe, efficient, and reliable facility performance while supporting animal health, guest safety, and overall operational excellence.

The O&M Supervisor manages daily work schedules for both maintenance and operations staff, coordinates preventive and corrective repairs, oversees building automation and energy usage, and ensures compliance with environmental and safety standards.