Aquatic Life Support Technician (Exhibits & Water Quality)

Six Flags; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is seeking an experienced Animal Life Support Systems Operator to maintain aquatic animal exhibits and support life support systems. The role includes daily inspection and operation of LSS equipment, preventive maintenance, and monitoring water quality.

You will handle chemical dosing, basic troubleshooting, and occasional confined-space work, while coordinating with Aquatic Sciences and Animal Care teams.

Qualifications

• Availability to work varied shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to perform mathematic equations using geometry and algebra.
• Knowledge of maintaining closed loop filtration systems.
• Duties and tasks may involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 75lbs.
• 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.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in daily inspection and operation of all LSS equipment including pumps, filtration systems, ozone generators, UV systems, chemical dosing, and control/automation platforms.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance of LSS equipment, including backwashing filters, cleaning of protein skimmers, rinsing of mixing basins, and cleaning venturis.
• Monitor water quality parameters (temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, ORP, pH, nitrogen cycle stability, clarity) and coordinate corrective actions.
• Add chemicals to life support systems as required.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and repairs of LSS equipment (mechanical, electrical, plumbing).
• Participate in inter- and intra-departmental cross training programs.
• Maintain communication with Supervisors and other disciplines within Aquatic Sciences and Animal Care Departments.
• Assist Animal Care Team during aquatic animal procedures, moves, transports, and care as needed.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Math skills (geometry, algebra)

Physical strength (75 lbs)

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is seeking an experienced Animal Life Support Systems Operator to maintain aquatic animal exhibits and support life support systems. The role includes daily inspection and operation of LSS equipment, preventive maintenance, and monitoring water quality.

You will handle chemical dosing, basic troubleshooting, and occasional confined-space work, while coordinating with Aquatic Sciences and Animal Care teams.