Facility Operator I / II

Mississippi Aquarium•Gulfport, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Operator is responsible for performing equipment maintenance tasks, cleaning, and general labor pertaining to animal life support systems and building mechanical systems. The ability to make accurate assessments of filter status and the cleaning schedule of filters is essential. Basic operational knowledge of building maintenance and mechanical systems is necessary for this position.

Requirements

High school diploma; or equivalent GED or life experience.
Minimum of 1 or more years of experience operating LSS and/or building mechanical systems.
Experience with power tools, hand tools, welding, and fabrication using a variety of materials.
Able to work in spaces with limited clearance, at heights, and/or close contact with other team members.
Regular and consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) included but not limited to a properly fitted respirator, eye and ear protection, gloves, hard hat, harness, steel-toed footwear
Written and verbal communication skills in order to comprehend detailed instructions in English;
Ability to lift a minimum of sixty (60) pounds.
Experience performing work that requires physical strength, stamina and good physical coordination;
Carry out routine tasks with minimal supervision;
Able to negotiate various field conditions – hot, cold, humid, wet, ice, wind, odors, smoke, uneven ground, etc.;
Able to work in a standing, kneeling, squatting or prone position for extended periods of time;
Valid driver’s license required;

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating commercial filtration equipment, mechanical equipment, HVAC, building control systems beneficial.
Aquatic Animal Life Support Operator (AALSO) Level 1 preferred or the ability to receive certification within 1 year of employment.
Fall protection and Confined Space entry certification or the ability to receive certification within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

Performing daily inspections on all critical systems [heating, cooling, controls, HVAC, pumping and animal life support systems (LSS)], reporting and working to correct any anomalies.
Assist other operators with daily routine tasks as well as perform preventative maintenance on various equipment.
Receive, distribute, and store various products such as chlorine, acids and salts.
Perform general maintenance tasks for beautification of property including basic landscaping, painting, walkway cleaning, carpentry and rubbish removal.
Complete general repairs of faulty equipment and/or damages to premises
Availability to work weekends, holidays, on-call rotation, weather events and respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis if needed.
Participate in staff meetings and provide relevant input.
Unloading and warehousing of operational consumables and supplies.
Undertake special projects as assigned by the Manager of Facility Operations.