Life Support Laboratory Team Lead $28/hr

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation•Vallejo, CA

6d•$28

About The Position

Responsible for the overall operation of the Life Support Laboratory including staffing, inventory control, water chemistry, quality control, and adherence to governmental and safety policies.

Requirements

1-3 years previous experience as a Water Quality Laboratory Technician (AZA or ZAA Affiliation Preferred)
Must have a thorough working knowledge of water chemistry, as it applies to a wide variety of systems including marine mammal, fish and avian systems
Must be able to work in all types of weather both indoors and outdoors
Must be able to deal effectively with other professionals and governmental agencies
Must possess excellent organizational skills
Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays
Must possess good corrected/uncorrected eyesight.
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Applications

Nice To Haves

AALSO Water Quality Certification Preferred
Experience with OERCA Animal Welfare Application preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall safe and efficient operation of the Life Support Laboratory
Operate and maintain all related equipment and chemical processes
Assist in preparation of annual budget under the direction of the Life Support Supervisor
Oversee the purchasing of new materials and supplies for the Laboratory
Communicate testing results to Attending Veterinarian Team and Management via the OERCA Animal Welfare Application
Communicate testing results to the Life Support Team for real time adjustments
Oversee the Laboratory’s safety program and enforce safety policies and procedures
Interface with regulatory agencies and accrediting organizations to maintain all standards accordingly.
Work in concert with Life Support Supervisor to ensure all facilities are complaint with both regulatory and accrediting organization as appropriate.
Enforce all departmental policies as needed; follow and enforce all polices of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Other duties as requested