Life Support Systems Technician

Overview
If you love mechanics and marine life, and if you thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, here’s your chance to have it all with a career as a Life Support Systems Technician at Aquarium at the Boardwalk.

Aquarium at the Boardwalk is the latest addition to Kuvera Partners’ portfolio of attractions. Located in the heart of Branson, MO’s Entertainment District, the Aquarium has already become a popular year-round draw for this tourist destination that welcomes 8.5 million travelers per year. At Aquarium at the Boardwalk, we are committed to the animals in our care and to creating a uniquely fun environment for our Guests. Since opening on November 23, 2020, visitors have been thrilled to connect with more than 200 species of fish and invertebrates in 300,000 gallons of saltwater, encompassing 36 exhibits and touch pools.

Reporting to our Director of Life Support Systems, the Life Support Technician is a key member of our team with primary responsibility for maintaining and repairing marine aquatic life support systems in both the 46,000-square-foot-aquarium attraction and nearby 10,000-square-foot quarantine facility. This includes pumps, piping, filtration, disinfectant processes, and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Life Support Systems leadership, and Husbandry Department to establish and maintain environments supporting the health and well-being of all animals in the collection.
• Repair Life Support Systems. This includes water filters, ozone generation and treatment, chlorine dosing equipment, UV sterilization, protein fractionators and associated computer controls.
• Repair pumps, filters, valves, and actuators.
• Provide adequate amounts of prepared saltwater for all animal enclosures.
• Participate in LSS preventative maintenance program, including monitoring all filtration systems and water parameters.
• Maintain operational data logs on all water systems.
• Assist staff and visitors as needed in a pleasant, professional, and courteous manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in one or several of the following fields: aquariums, filtration, aquatic animal care, mechanics, disinfection, pumps, plumbing, automation systems, ozone, water treatment.
• Previous experience with large-scale aquatic life support and filtration systems in a zoo, aquarium, or similar setting is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of automated controls, pneumatics, electro-mechanical and electro-optical devices and methods is preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematic drawings, diagrams, P&ID’s and make necessary corrections and changes.
• Good computer and professional communication skills, and the ability to operate all required Microsoft office and building controls equipment.
• Ability to interact in a positive and timely manner with colleagues, vendors, and guests.
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to be on call 24 hours a day as part of a departmental on call rotation.
• Basic knowledge of saltwater chemistry.
• Basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical skills.
• Basic swimming ability.
• High-school diploma. Four-year college degree or two-year trade school degree are a plus.

Licenses and Certifications

• SCUBA diving certification or the ability to obtain one within one year.
• AALSO Life Support Operator Level I certification preferred or the ability to obtain one within two years.
• Valid Missouri driver’s license

Physical Requirements

• High degree of attention and concentration to read and interpret designs, specifications, and schematic drawings.
• Walking/standing approximately 50% of time; sitting approximately 20% of time; lifting up to 80 lbs. approximately 10% of time; stooping, forward bending and crouching approximately 20% of time. Climbing stairs and ladders daily.
• Ability to perform essential job functions in an outside environment unprotected from severe weather conditions, on construction sites where hazardous materials and activities generally require special precautions, in mechanical equipment rooms where spaces are small and tight, and in an office environment with climate-control and good lighting.
• Ability to operate computers and other general office equipment, as well as tools used for maintenance, construction and repair.
• Ability to verbally communicate with employees, distributors, and technical professionals in person and via telephone.
• Ability to operate office equipment including computers and to read written instructions, blueprints and other documentation.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience – Range is $18.50/hour to $21.75/hour.
• Annual bonus up to 10% of salary based on Living Our Core Values.
• Paid vacation & sick time.
• Medical insurance: Company pays 100% of employee’s premium.
• Option to add family members to insurance.
• Affordable vision and dental insurance available.
• 401(k) Plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4% (after 1 Yr. employment)
• Personal development: Up to $1,500 per year to experience and learn new things (Explore!).
• $10,000 life insurance policy & long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company.
• Participation in professional industry organizations and ongoing education
• Uniform shirts and jackets.
• Free tickets to the Aquarium & Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center for friends & family.
• Free tickets to other area attractions for you and your family.

About Us

Founded in 1965, Kuvera Partners is a privately held corporation that has built and operates 14 attractions in four tourist markets across the U.S. We credit our nearly 60 years of success to our strong core values, as well as to our ability to consistently deliver memorable immersive experiences at a great value. At Kuvera, we “Roll Up Our Sleeves” every day and “Make it Fun” for our Team Members and Guests. We take care of each other, and we never stop innovating.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $21.75 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Branson, MO 65616: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,500