Aquatics LSS Technician - Exhibits & Education

Nashville Zoo; Nashville (TN); Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company匹

Generous paid time off and sick leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Exclusive zoo perks

AZA-accredited facility

Zusammenfassung

Nashville Zoo is seeking a Life Support Systems (LSS) Technician in the Ectotherm Department to maintain filtration systems for aquatic exhibits and off-exhibit tanks. You will also perform light exhibit construction, operate zoo vehicles, and assist with keeper talks, ensuring a clean, safe environment for visitors.

Qualifications include knowledge of filtration, water chemistry, plumbing, and a background in zoology or animal biology.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of filtration and water chemistry for aquatic habitats.
• Ability to self-direct work tasks while ensuring safety and productivity.
• Plumbing repairs and pump maintenance.
• Safety practices around exotic and domestic animals.
• Background in animal biology or zoology is beneficial.

Aufgaben

• Monitor filtration systems and aquatic habitats.
• Test and maintain water quality per species requirements.
• Maintain attendance and professional conduct.
• Perform plumbing repairs and pump maintenance.
• Operate light/medium equipment and vehicles.

Kenntnisse

Filtration & water chemistry

Self-direction

Plumbing & pumps

Safety around animals

Animal biology

Ausbildung

Zoology or animal biology

Tools

LSS equipment

Driver's license

Jobbeschreibung

Nashville Zoo is seeking a Life Support Systems (LSS) Technician in the Ectotherm Department to maintain filtration systems for aquatic exhibits and off-exhibit tanks. You will also perform light exhibit construction, operate zoo vehicles, and assist with keeper talks, ensuring a clean, safe environment for visitors.

Qualifications include knowledge of filtration, water chemistry, plumbing, and a background in zoology or animal biology.