Aquatic Water Quality Technician | Paid Time Off

Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium; Springfield (MO); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Tempo integral

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Resumo da oferta

Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri seeks a Water Quality Technician. You will ensure optimum water conditions across aquatic systems, calibrate lab equipment, and communicate results to staff to support animal care and exhibit safety.

The role involves routine testing, monitoring parameters, and assisting in health care tasks under supervision. Strong knowledge of water quality and lab procedures is required.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Preferred two years' experience in water quality testing and knowledge of life support systems.
• Preferred AALSO Water Quality 1 certification.
• Knowledge of animal health, biology, nutrition, toxicology, physiology.
• Experience with necropsies and routine biological testing is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Perform water quality testing on all aquatic systems (pH, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, copper, ORP, alkalinity, DO, phosphate, chlorine, magnesium, calcium).
• Calibrate electrodes/probes and maintain lab equipment; keep lab clean and functional.
• Monitor Enterococcus and Coliform levels; communicate results to Life Sciences staff.
• Assist in routine health care, treatments, and preventive care under supervision.
• Assist in planning water quality goals, supplies, and resource logistics.

Conhecimentos

Water quality testing

Lab data reporting

Equipment calibration

Health monitoring support

Formação académica

Bachelor's in Chemistry or related field

Ferramentas

Meters

Spectrophotometers

Colorimeters

Refractometers

Tensionometers

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri seeks a Water Quality Technician. You will ensure optimum water conditions across aquatic systems, calibrate lab equipment, and communicate results to staff to support animal care and exhibit safety.

The role involves routine testing, monitoring parameters, and assisting in health care tasks under supervision. Strong knowledge of water quality and lab procedures is required.