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SFDK Water Quality / Life Support Supervisor $80,000-$95,000/YearSix Flags Discovery Kingdom • Vallejo, California, United States
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SFDK Water Quality / Life Support Supervisor $80,000-$95,000/Year

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
  • US
    Vallejo, California, United States
  • US
    Vallejo, California, United States
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About

Overview:

Responsible for the overall operation of the Life Support department including staffing, water chemistry, facility operation, facility maintenance, upgrades, project management, and adherence to governmental and safety policies.


Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the overall safe and efficient operation of the Life Support department
  • Operate and maintain all related equipment and chemical processes
  • Interview, coach and discipline Associates as needed with the Facility Maintenance Manager
  • Assist in preparation of annual budget under the direction of the Director of Maintenance and the Facility Maintenance Manager
  • Oversee the purchasing of new materials and supplies for the department
  • Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance and Facility Maintenance Manager, act as Project Manager for the design of new exhibits
  • Communicate needs and problems to the Director of Maintenance, Director of Animal Care and Veterinarian Department
  • Oversee the department’s safety program and enforce safety policies and procedures
  • Serve as a member of the Animal Husbandry Committee and the Animal Welfare Committee to review park compliance with legislation
  • Serve as Chairman of the Dive Control Board; work with the DSO to ensure safe dive operations
  • Interface with regulatory agencies and accrediting organizations to maintain all standards accordingly.
  • Work in concert with Facility Maintenance Manager to ensure all facilities are complaint with both regulatory and accrediting organization as appropriate.
  • Develop, implement and enforce all departmental policies as needed; follow and enforce all polices of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
  • Other duties as requested

Qualifications:
  • 2-5 years previous experience as a Life Support Lead with an AZA or ZAA accredited institution is preferred or equivalent work experience
  • AALSO Life Support Operator or AALSO Water Quality Certification Preferred
  • Must be proficient managing closed loop filtration systems for marine mammals and fish
  • Must be proficient troubleshooting, repairing and upgrading mechanical equipment associated with life support systems (Pumps, motors, ozone, automation, etc.)
  • 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
  • Open water diving certificate preferred or willingness to obtain
  • Prior experience in project management required
  • 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 be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. Must be a strong swimmer and willing to work in and around cold saltwater as needed
  • Must possess good corrected/uncorrected eyesight.
  •  Must be able to read, write and speak English
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Applications
  • Vallejo, California, United States

Languages

  • English
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