What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Maintenance Technician position at Living Shores?
Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.
Palace Entertainment owns and operates some of the country’s largest and most prestigious venues including: National Historic Landmark, Kennywood Park, America’s Oldest Amusement Park, Lake Compounce, the world’s first ever Cartoon Network Hotel, Best Family Theme Park Dutch Wonderland and a variety of other family-friendly parks and campgrounds throughout the United States.
Palace Entertainment is a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading global operators, with more than 60 different assets (theme parks, zoos and marine parks, water parks and other attractions), spread out over various countries across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia.
We are currently looking for a:
Water Maintenance Technician
Roles & Responsibilities:
Roles & Responsibilities
- Understanding of aquarium systems, plumbing, filtration, and overall life support
- Knowledge of water chemistry and the adequate parameters in aquariums & water park setting, knowledge of the nitrogen cycle a plus
- Ozone usage and general maintenance
- Change UV bulbs, O-rings, and quartz sleeves
- Clean heat pump grates & read the temperature in aquarium exhibits and/or water parks
- Media stir & backwashing large media filters in accordance with holding tank size (fresh & saltwater), moving water from holding to filling exhibit line
- Maintain and repair life support systems, including pressure gauges, O-rings, pump gaskets, and PVC elements (piping, valves, fittings, etc.)
- Pump repair and cleaning pump baskets
- Troubleshoot system inconsistencies in pressure, temperature, or leaking
- Assist in the overall maintenance of all buildings including Living Shores
- Evaluates and inspects buildings, fire alarms and HVAC systems and provides maintenance when needed.
- Provides electrical panel inspections including IR, panel maintenance and pump electrical.
- CPO within first year
- Operation and maintenance of chemical injectors and media filters
- Winterizing and de-winterizing of pool systems.
- Monitoring, evaluation, and adjusting chemicals in pool systems and incidental contact water systems
- Evaluates and inspects building plumbing and interior lighting. Provides repairs when needed.
- Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed.
- Communicate updates to supervisor on current work orders.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Other duties as requested
Requirements
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Languages: Fluent English. Bilingual skills are helpful.
Skills:
- Communication – Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively with a wide range of diverse personnel.
- Problem Solving/Analysis – Define problems, research and collect data, draw valid conclusions and execute remedial strategies in a timely manner.
- Flexibility – Handle multiple priorities simultaneously; maintain a flexible work schedule to meet changing demands for multiple concurrent projects.
- Initiative and Adaptability – Take initiative and execute plans to accomplish strategic objectives in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Computer Proficiency – MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Experience:
- Must possess 1 year of experience with aquarium systems
- Previous experience with commercial facilities, amusement parks, or pool systems a plus.
Other:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions and elements including the direct sun with no shade, cold, rain, dust, and all other outdoor weather elements
- Must be able to stand, kneel, walk, stoop, and bend
- Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 75lbs
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must possess the physical capabilities necessary to perform the job duties
Team member benefits:
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