Water Quality Technician

GENERAL SCOPE:

Performs routine inspections and maintenance services such as water tests and analysis, preventive and corrective maintenance in a related field.

Records accurate data of activities by completing the ALSS checklists and other documents.

Assists in the troubleshooting and repairs of the ALSS equipment and facilities.

Operates the Life Support System in accordance with the ALSS SOP and manual.

Maintains the cleanliness and organization of all chemical drums, storage areas, and workstations.

Utilizes safe handling, usage, storage, and disposal practices for chemicals, toxic substances, and hazardous waste in accordance with the Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and ALSS SOPs.

Maintains tools, parts, materials, and equipment inventory; reports any missing items for replenishments.

Completes all required training; maintains professional development and competencies.

Performs other duties as directed by the ALSS leadership team.

TECHNICAL SCOPE FOR PUMP MECHANIC:

Assists in the inspections, diagnoses, and major/minor repairs on all ALSS pumps, motors, hydraulic equipment, compressors, controls, valves, and related equipment.

Assists in the various analyses and inspections of mechanical systems to determine the most cost-effective means of maintenance, repair, or replacements.

Ensures the continuous operation of all saltwater, freshwater, and water treatment systems.

TECHNICAL SCOPE FOR FILTRATION MECHANIC:

Assists in troubleshooting and repairing critical animal life support equipment, filtration systems, valves, heat exchangers, pumps, motors, fractionators, ozone systems, UV sterilizers, and seawater lines.

Performs routine maintenance on ALSS systems and equipment, including mechanical preventative maintenance, raw seawater line pigging, and valve maintenance.

Assists in the draining, filling, and isolation of all habitats, holding pools, decorative pools, and waterfalls.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

To be considered for the role, you will need to have:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in Aquatic Life Support Systems, Wastewater Treatment, or Recreational Swimming Pool setting.
3. Basic English communication skills, written/verbal.
4. Basic knowledge in all basic mathematical applications.
5. Working knowledge of all basic hand tools and measuring devices in a related field.
6. Basic mechanical/technical troubleshooting skills.

1. Basic understanding of how to diagnose and repair a variety of pump problems, from primary issues and cavitation to excessive vibration.
2. Basic understanding of how to interpret pump curves.
3. Basic mechanical/technical knowledge in ALSS, Public Pools, or Wastewater Treatment.
4. Basic working knowledge of mechanics; motors, hydraulics, centrifugal and vertical pumps, compressors, and liquid metering pumps.

1. Basic understanding of how to interpret PID layout of systems and pipe installation.
2. Basic understanding of mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration as it applies to animal life support systems.
3. Basic working knowledge pertaining to the operation, troubleshooting of, maintenance, and repairing various types of small pumps and related equipment.
4. Basic working knowledge of automated controls, pneumatics, and electro-mechanical devices.