Life Support System / Water Quality Technician

State of North Carolina•Randolph, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented, detail-oriented technician to join its Aquatics Team during a period of growth as the Zoo prepares for the opening of Asia. The team monitors water quality in animal areas and maintains existing life support equipment. The technician works closely with most animal sections to help maintain optimal aquatic life support systems. The role involves daily monitoring of aquatic life support systems, preventive maintenance and repairs, and maintaining working knowledge of water chillers, filtration systems, ozone systems, and water chemistry. The technician also maintains safe and effective chemical laboratory activity. This is an essential/mandatory position at the Zoo in Asheboro, North Carolina, and the employee may need to work during adverse weather events and special events.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two years of progressive experience in the assigned trade areas, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
May require current EPA certification as a Type I, II, III, or Universal technician under Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations Part 82, Subpart F.
Valid U.S.-issued driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
Able to work a rotating schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and hours after regular shifts; may be required to work adverse weather events and special events.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous physical work in extreme weather and challenging physical environments; must have good physical agility, strength, vision, and hearing.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with Zoo staff and the public.
Must pass a pre-employment screen conducted by the assigned provider.
Required to participate in the Zoo’s occupational health program.

Nice To Haves

Ability to troubleshoot complex water treatment and filtration systems and related aquatic life-support equipment.
Experience with advanced water chemistry analysis and knowledge of industry-standard techniques.
Understanding of aquarium systems, including chillers, heat exchangers, UV and ozone units, reverse osmosis, fractionators, pumps, motors, and plumbing applications.
Laboratory experience and a background as a Water Quality Technician, including sampling, testing, data interpretation, and parameter troubleshooting.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office for data entry, documentation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

Monitor the quality of aquatic life support systems daily.
Provide preventive maintenance and repairs for life support systems.
Maintain working knowledge of water chiller systems, filtration systems, ozone systems, and water chemistry.
Maintain safe and effective chemical laboratory activity.
Work closely with animal sections to maintain optimal aquatic life support systems.