Life Support Operator

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation•Vallejo, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is seeking an experienced and hardworking individual to join our Life Support Team. This person will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of aquatic animal exhibits and assisting with the operation and maintenance of the aquatic animal life support systems (LSS).

Requirements

Availability to work varied shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays required.
Ability to perform mathematic equations using geometry and algebra.
Duties and tasks may involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 75lbs.
Position is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, duck, crawl, climb stairs and ladders, and work at heights with fall protection.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications specifically Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Will be required to work indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions including cold and heat.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate vehicles (including but not limited to forklifts, golf carts, cars, trucks).
Must be able to work with chemicals and follow MSDS.

Responsibilities

Operation of life support systems with minimal supervision.
Conduct rounds of all filtration areas to inspect pumps, motors, generators, chillers, boilers, and other LSS equipment.
Collect and test water samples using appropriate lab practices and procedures.
Assist with dive team during aquatic animal medical procedures, moves, transports operations, research projects, and care.
Maintain and audit records of dives, equipment, and training of divers.
Operate all equipment associated with pool maintenance including but not limited to hydraulic pool scrubbers and pool vacuum systems.
Supervised addition of chemicals to life support systems as required.
Perform basic mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs and preventative maintenance with supervision.
Participate in the inter- and intra-departmental cross training program.
Maintain communication with Supervisors and other disciplines within the Aquatic Sciences and Animal Care Departments.
Follow all policies and procedures of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Animal Care, and the Aquatic Sciences Department.
Adhere to all federal and state guidelines, regulations, and laws.
Perform all other duties as required.