Water Sciences Operations Manager

The Walt Disney Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Water Sciences Operations Manager, where you will lead a dedicated team ensuring the highest standards of water quality for animal habitats. This role involves overseeing filtration systems, conducting essential water quality tests, and coordinating maintenance to minimize downtime. With a structured schedule and opportunities for leadership, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a magical environment. If you're passionate about water sciences and team collaboration, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Educational Opportunities

Special Extras

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• Experience with specialized water treatment systems and ability to lead technical teams.
• Knowledge of water chemistry and filtration processes essential for operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of water filtration systems to ensure optimal quality.
• Lead and support technicians while conducting water quality analysis.

Skills

Water Treatment Systems Operation

Team Leadership

Water Chemistry Knowledge

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Problem-Solving Skills

Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Filtration Systems

Computer Automation

Job description

Water Sciences Operations Manager

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10120016 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted5月. 06, 2025

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Join our Water Sciences team as a Water Sciences Operations Manager, where you'll play a vital role in leading and supporting our frontline Water Sciences Operations Technicians, with occasional oversight of Dive Technicians. You will be responsible for aspects of the coordination and function of the multiple specialty water treatment operations, resolve technical challenges, and ensure strict adherence to water quality standards—all crucial for the Walt Disney World Animal Programs Water Sciences Systems.

If selected for this full-time salaried role, you will report to the Water Sciences Senior Operations Manager.

What You Will Do

• Oversee daily operations of water filtration and disinfection systems to maintain optimal water quality
• Lead and support Water Sciences Technicians, with occasional responsibility for Dive Technicians as needed
• Conduct water quality analysis and testing of critical system components
• Monitor filtration automation and track key water treatment parameters
• Coordinate system outages to minimize downtime and ensure animal habitats remain safe during maintenance
• Develop staff schedules to support 24-hour monitoring of life support systems
• Work a structured 4-day, 10-hour schedule, with flexibility for occasional 3rd shift assignments based on operational needs

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Documented experience in the operation of and application of specialized water treatment systems
• Proven ability to supervise and lead technical personnel
• In depth knowledge of Water Sciences/Life Support systems design and function
• Knowledge of applied water chemistry principles and water distribution processes
• Familiarity with computer automation, filtration, and disinfection systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/schematics
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution
• Minimum three years of combined education and industry experience
• Experience with work scheduling methods and operational planning
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills across multiple disciplines
• Prior management or leadership experience is preferred

Education

• High School Degree or equivalent

Benefits and Perks

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits .

About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. , which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort .

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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