• Perform filter, pump, valve, and piping maintenance and repairs.
• Recognize normal system/equipment operations, required action, and notification, plus involvement in preventative maintenance programs.
• Perform all basic tasks as related to the maintenance of the saltwater and freshwater systems.
• Perform water chemistry testing and understand results as it pertains to all systems.
• Maintain record of activities performed during shift.
• Perform and assist with general maintenance of park facilities.
• Comply with all department and corporate safety guidelines and procedures.
• Practice safe work habits, including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain highest standards of work area cleanliness both in the life support systems and display areas.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, Vendors, and our Guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The Oregon Zoo’s Maintenance Team is hiring for an Aquatics Life Support Maintenance Worker. The LSS team is looking for new ways to conserve water and electricity by upgrading equipment and changing operational practices. The LSS team is responsible for the operation a number of fresh and saltwater systems that support marine mammals, elephants, cats, beaver/otters and a collection of fish and invertebrates. If this sounds like you, come and be a part of this groundbreaking team!

The Life Support Systems Technician is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the life support systems for all aquatic exhibits, including those housing sea lions. This includes the operation and maintenance of water filtration systems, pumps, and other equipment to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the animals.

With a primary role of providing routine animal husbandry and maintenance required for marine exhibits, freshwater exhibits, and reptile displays. The Aquarist role is required to be SCUBA certified and capable of delivering a high standard of work performance in the areas of exhibit husbandry that will deliver world class standards of safety, Guest Service, and cleanliness. In addition, this role will work alongside Curator to perform Life Support duties and/or Dive Safety officer duties. The Aquarist is an inspirational team player who continuously spreads their passion and knowledge about the animals in their care, interacting with children and parents, and takes pride in their role.

• Operate and maintain Life Support Systems; including water filters, ozone generation and treatment, chlorine dosing equipment, UV sterilization, protein fractionators and associated computer controls.

• Works with LSS Supervisor, Facilities Manager, and General Curator, Water Quality and Veterinary departments to maintain an environment conducive to the health and well-being of all animals within the WOW Collection.

• Ensure adequate amounts of prepared freshwater and saltwater is available for all animal enclosures.

• Responsible for performing the LSS preventative maintenance program, including monitoring all filtration systems and water parameters.

• Operate pumps, filters, valves, and actuators.

• Work closely with the Life Support Systems Supervisor and Facilities Manager to perform standard operating procedures and operation sequences for LSS systems, plumbing and piping.

• Maintain operational data logs on all water systems.

• Must have an approved driving record and operate a company vehicle if required/applicable.

Under the direction of the Director of Husbandry, the Life Support Systems Manager leads both the Life Support Systems and Water Quality teams. The LSS Team is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of all life support systems, both aquatic and terrestrial, while the Water Quality Team runs the Water Quality Laboratory in which water quality testing and analysis of salt and fresh water occurs. The Life Support Systems Manager uses independent judgment and critical thinking to problem solve, collaborate with team members, both within and outside of the LSS and Water Quality teams, and provide all necessary direction to LSS and Water Quality staff and volunteers. This role is a vital participant in the leadership of the Living Collections Department.

The Life Support Systems Technician is responsible for performing daily inspections of all life support systems and components and maintaining all equipment in working order. The individual will handle such tasks as filter backwashes, system lineup changes, seawater intake treatment, troubleshoot any faulty systems, and more. This position works a 4-day workweek, and all life support technicians rotate shifts to provide 24-hour coverage, 365 days of the year.

At the Monterey Bay Aquarium, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. We firmly believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together increases our capacity to serve our visitors and fulfill our mission.  We welcome people from all walks of life into our team and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

The Facility Systems Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of daily operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Monterey Bay Aquarium’s 25 million gallon per day seawater system, HVAC system, desalination plant, and mechanical plant. This role will supervise Systems Operators, including supporting staff with development and delivering reviews, providing training, and will be responsible for the overall safety of the team. The Facility Systems Supervisor will also be responsible for scheduling, overseeing projects, and the development of protocols and procedures.

This position is part of the night shift portion of Life Support Systems.

The Life Support Systems Technician is responsible for maintaining the mechanical systems that support proper and healthy environments for the living collections. Additionally, the Life Support Systems Technician works closely with the Life Support Systems Supervisor, the Water Laboratory Supervisor, and the Life Support Systems Manager to ensure the highest quality of animal welfare through the operation of the closed system exhibits and stringently upholding safe water quality parameters within the Living Collections department.

To manage operations of aquatic Life Support Systems (LSS) at the WCS City Zoos (Central Park. Prospect Park, and Queens Zoos). The LSS Technician monitors all phases of exhibit water treatment processing and ensures all equipment and systems are maintained in proper working order. Technician collaborates with Animal Programs and Operations managers to support staff in the daily operations and maintenance of LSS systems. Coordinate with WCS colleagues and outside consultants on system design, ozone maintenance/ repair, establishment of standard operating procedures, and chemical treatments as necessary. Ensure that water quality is maintained to meet required water quality standards.

About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.