Life Support Systems Technician - Full Time

Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Life Support Systems Technician. Two years’ progressive experience in LSS preferred.
The Society is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to create inspiring memories for all by connecting people and animals to ensure the protection of wild animals and wild places. We provide educational and fun experiences for visitors of all ages. Reid Park Zoo is the largest attended cultural attraction in Southern Arizona with approximately 500,000 visitors annually. Be a part of a vibrant, growing organization as Reid Park Zoo implements an exciting master plan that will be investing over $60M in new exhibits over the next ten years.
No phone calls or visits please. This position is open until filled. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff by creating an inclusive environment.
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Operates and maintains the zoo’s aquatic life support systems. Also coordinates with the animal management and maintenance personnel for the routine maintenance of the systems to ensure a healthy environment for the animals. Additionally, repairs of water features throughout the zoo.
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor
Responsibilities

• General duties:

Clean, operate and maintain the zoo's animal exhibit water features and aquatic environments and related mechanical equipment. Animal habitats with aquatic systems include but not limited to: small to medium sized fish, otters, grizzly bear, sloth bears, elephants, flamingos, tigers, jaguar, alligator and others may be added.
Coordinate with animal care staff on access to exhibits, work orders, and special requirements/restrictions due to animal health and safety concerns.
Coordinates LSS activities and water quality parameters with the animal care staff to establish and maintain an environment conducive to the health and well-being of the animal collection. Communicates any water quality concerns.
Perform chemical level tests and maintain records of results, add necessary chemicals to maintain water quality and calibrate test equipment.
Maintain records for water quality per the Association of Zoo’s and Aquariums and also documentation of repairs and PMs on all related equipment.
Operate, clean and monitor condition of heating boilers and related systems, air conditioning equipment, electrical panels, electrical timing-controls, motors and pumps.
Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office required.
• Reliable and able to work to a schedule.
• Regular physical attendance at work.
• Experience with maintaining daily records of water quality as it relates to animal welfare.
• Knowledge of heating boilers and their operation, and the operation and maintenance of heating and air-condition equipment, electrical panes, electrical timing-controls, motors and pumps is required.
• Must be able to work flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to take direction and be quick to act or change direction as needed.
• Employee is expected to work outside and must be comfortable working in either cold or hot weather conditions.
• Valid and Unrestricted Class D - Driver's License
• Confined Space Entry permit preferred.
• Employee should be able to lift, move and carry (up to 50+ lbs. on occasion), must be comfortable walking and standing for long periods of time.
• Has AALSO certification or willingness to gain it.
• Employee should be assertive, energetic, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of pool maintenance and water sanitation methods and techniques, including skill in disinfecting plant facilities, filtering, back-washing and alkalizing required.
• High School, technical school; two years’ progressive experience in the assigned trade area.

THE HIRING RANGE FOR THIS NON-EXEMPT POSITION IS $18.25 - $21.44 HOURLY.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Reid Park Zoological Society to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Dept.