What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Support and Water Quality Technician, Full-Time position at South Carolina Aquarium?
South Carolina Aquarium : An Inspiring Place to Work
Located along the pristine harbor in the heart of historic Charleston, the South Carolina Aquarium has been inspiring visitors for over twenty years. From our over 5,000 animals to our award-winning education team, from the Sea Turtle Care Center™ to our conservation programs protecting local species, visitors are struck with awe and inspiration as they journey through all our exhibits, representing the mountains to the sea of South Carolina.
About the South Carolina Aquarium
We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums with a mission to inspire conservation of the natural world by exhibiting and caring for animals, by excelling in education and research and by providing an exceptional visitor experience. We invite you to join the #1 visitor attraction located in one of the Top Cities in the World (Conde Nast, 2023).
Inclusion, accessibility, diversity, equity, justice and belonging are core values of our institution, and we are committed to fostering a workplace filled with active participation from diverse voices throughout all departments and leadership roles. We look forward to applications from all who qualify, and we encourage BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA individuals, veterans and those with disabilities to apply.
JOB SUMMARY :
Responsible for the operation of the Water Quality Lab (including routine water quality analysis on all systems, maintenance and calibration of all water quality lab equipment, and manipulation of closed systems to reach specified water chemistry parameters), operation and maintenance of specified life support systems and automation (including 24 / 7 operational support, seawater acquisition and ozone systems) and design and fabrication work with the Husbandry department to improve efficiencies of life support systems or support networks.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Adhere to the South Carolina Aquarium Policies.
- Operates and maintains the Aquarium's water quality laboratory.
- Performs chemical analysis on all aquatic systems.
- Responsible for acquisition of raw saltwater and its purification treatment.
- Responsible for fresh water purification systems.
- Interprets data and performs follow-ups.
- Logs and reports analyzed results to the appropriate staff.
- Keeps accurate records, orders supplies, and maintains equipment.
- Conducts routine operation and maintenance of the life support control system.
- Keeps work areas clean and organized.
- Supervises volunteers and interns, including training, evaluating and scheduling.
- Provides periodic interaction with the visitors and membership.
- Develops & updates safety protocols.
- Coordinate with LS vendors and contractors for repairs and site visits
- Identify improvement projects and submit plan of action.
- Provide training to staff on associated life support equipment and processes.
- Provide 24 / 7 operational support.
- Able to work flexible hours throughout the week. May be called on after-hours or during weekends for emergency work.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel classified.
The Aquarium is an "at-will" employer, and as such, employment with the Aquarium is not for a fixed term, or definite period and may be terminated at the will of either party, with or without cause, and without prior notice.
The South Carolina Aquarium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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