Life Support Systems Operator, Level 1–2 | Aquatic Care

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 49,593,600 - 66,124,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

6-26 PTO days

Uniform stipend

Insurance: medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Mississippi Aquarium is seeking a Life Support Systems Operator, Level 1–2, to join Facility Operations – Life Support & Water Quality. The role will perform daily LSS routine across nearly one million gallons of animal habitats, perform backwashes, system checks, and equipment inspections while ensuring water quality meets exhibit standards.

Requirements include an associate’s degree in an aquarium-focused program or a bachelor’s in biology, chemistry, marine biology, or related field, plus

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an aquarium-focused program, or a bachelor’s in biology, chemistry, marine biology or related field.
• Experience operating life support system equipment for recirculating systems in a public aquarium or zoological setting.
• Familiarity with small and large filtration concepts for aquatic habitats.
• Knowledge of water quality parameters (fresh, brackish, marine) and LSS components.

Responsibilities

• Follow objectives, protocols and procedures to ensure efficient LSS operations.
• Operate LSS software to perform daily habitat maintenance tasks.
• Maintain high internal operational standards with AZA/AAMPA guidelines.
• Assist Facility Operations and Animal Care with lab and LSS tasks.
• Communicate effectively about repairs, upgrades and preventive maintenance.
• Assist with saltwater mixing and wastewater recovery in a multi-stage system.

Skills

LSS operation experience

Water quality knowledge

Troubleshooting pumps

LSS software (RCK Controls)

Exhibit design interest

Education

Associate degree in aquarium program

Bachelor in biology/chemistry/marine biology

Tools

RCK Controls

Metasys

Job description

Mississippi Aquarium is seeking a Life Support Systems Operator, Level 1–2, to join Facility Operations – Life Support & Water Quality. The role will perform daily LSS routine across nearly one million gallons of animal habitats, perform backwashes, system checks, and equipment inspections while ensuring water quality meets exhibit standards.

Requirements include an associate’s degree in an aquarium-focused program or a bachelor’s in biology, chemistry, marine biology, or related field, plus