Water Quality Operator

Ready to dive into an exciting, one-of-a-kind opportunity? When it comes to your work, do you want to do more than just get your feet wet? At our water park, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver a memorable and positive experience for our guests. If you're passionate, positive and hard-working, wed love to have you join our team!

Ready to dive into an exciting, one-of-a-kind opportunity? When it comes to your work, do you want to do more than just get your feet wet? At our water park, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver a memorable and positive experience for our guests. If you're passionate, positive and hard-working, we’d love to have you join our team!

What you get to do:

• Monitor and ensure normal operation of all systems and processes remotely on control systems and by routine inspection rounds.  Effectively identify abnormalities and issues with operations and equipment.  

• Collect water samples from all assigned systems and perform designated water chemistry tests.  Be able to interpret water quality results and make chemical adjustments per established protocols. 

• Provide timely and efficient communication with issues and needed repairs to designated supervisors, automation technicians, pump mechanics, and general maintenance services.  

• Maintain appropriate records of all activities performed during shift.

• Perform all basic assigned tasks as part of the regular preventative maintenance program for all equipment.

• Perform basic filter, pump, valve, and piping maintenance and repairs.

• Perform and assist with general maintenance of park facilities.

• Comply with all department and corporate safety guidelines and procedures.

• Practice safe work habits, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Maintain highest standards of work area cleanliness both in the life support systems and display areas.

• Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, Vendors, and our Guests.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

 
What it takes to succeed

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Ability to obtain Certified Pool Operator or Aquatic Facility Operator certification.

• Have knowledge and experience of basic mechanics or previous experience as a filtration operator.

• At least 1-year operational experience in an aquatic life support facility or other water treatment facility.

• Knowledge of water analysis and the ability to make the necessary adjustments to maintain water balance.

• Understanding of the operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of various types of pumps and related equipment.

• Ability to assess scope of work for a job, develop list of materials, parts, and equipment, etc.

• Experienced in the use and care of all basic hand tools and specialty tools.

• Ability to interpret piping system layouts, make up and glue all types of PVC pipe.

• Ability to meet all legal, company and department training requirements.

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Able to complete provided CPR training/certification.

• Able to stand for long periods of time.

• Able to frequently lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 lbs.

• Must be comfortable being in and around water in varying weather conditions.

• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders to access the tops of filters and basins.

• Must be comfortable being around and using chemicals such as chlorine and acid with proper PPE.

• Have basic math skills.

• Be available to work varying day and overnight shifts or hours based on park hours and/or needs; i.e. be able to work shifts starting and ending at any time during a 24-hour day.

 
What else is important:

• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights.

• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, bending, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)

• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to noise, vibrations, and motion fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes.

• Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals.

• Work a flexible schedule / hours based on business need, to include opening, mid, and closing shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Must be comfortable working around chemicals.

• Must be able to work in/around water.

• Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities.

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.