What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Quality Technician position at New England Aquarium?
New England Aquarium is seeking two full-time, regular Environmental Water Quality Technicians, level 1, 2 or Senior depending on experience. The Environmental Quality Technician is responsible for monitoring, recording, reporting and effecting appropriate change to environmental parameters at New England Aquarium in accordance and compliance with institutional, federal, state, and local regulations and policies.
This is a full-time regular on-site position offering a comprehensive benefits package. The available schedules are Tuesday - Saturday or Sunday - Thursday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST, and may require occasional holiday coverage, as well as occasional late night or early morning coverage.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Monitors environmental quality of exhibits, holding tanks, life support systems, intake and discharge water using chemical, electronic, microbiological and electrochemical methods in compliance with Aquarium, local, state and federal policies and regulations.
- Records and analyzes data on environmental quality and distributes to appropriate Animal Care and Facilities staff.
- Assists the Director in organizing, training and supervising volunteers who monitor water quality.
- Implements, monitors and maintains aquatic life support system technologies and water-borne pharmaceutical treatments in conjunction with Animal Care and Campus Operations staff.
- Implements corrective measures for environmental quality problems in consultation with appropriate Animal Care and Facilities staff.
- Assists the Director in monitoring lab supplies.
- Monitors discharge water in compliance with DEP/EPA regulations.
- Performs other job-related tasks, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Training and Experience
- Bachelor's or Associate's degree in life sciences, environmental engineering, biology and/or chemistry preferred but not required
- Computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word applications required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with analytical chemistry techniques, including spectrophotometry preferred.
- Experience with life support systems and analytical chemistry equipment preferred.
For more information and to apply online please visit: http://neaq.applicantpro.com/jobs/
New England Aquarium is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. Here we foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to engage and inspire a broad audience with our efforts to protect the blue planet, and we believe a diverse workforce provides experiences, skills, and perspectives that enrich our programs, strengthen problem-solving, add creativity, and enhance our work environment.
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