What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Quality Technician position at Moody Gardens, Inc.?
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional
- Report to work location by scheduled time.
- Maintain a clean, professional appearance.
- Perform daily routines as scheduled.
- Maintain appropriate records.
- Assist with animal treatments as directed.
Communication
- Conduct yourself in a helpful, patient manner with staff, volunteers and guests.
- Participate in various public presentations if requested
- Follow Moody Gardens call out procedures as well as communicating with the team when you are unable to come to work.
Facility Maintenance
- Observe and maintain assigned areas.
- Report supply needs to Senior Biologist / Curators.
Related Strengths
- Be available to work as scheduled.
- Be organized and self-motivated.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Subject to the possibility of bites and stings. Work in water, both man- made and natural, with temperatures ranging from 45 - 90oF. Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more), walking, bending, crawling, and working within a wet environment. Outdoor work on occasion, under a variety of conditions ranging from seasonal to extreme: cold weather, hot weather, rain, mud, ocean environments, and dry land. Availability for overtime, both non-emergency and emergency situations
Qualifications:POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Conducting routine water quality testing for freshwater and saltwater exhibits
- Accurately recording and entering water quality data
- Demonstrating effective communication skills and promptly communicating important results or concerns
- Maintaining, calibrating, and properly caring for laboratory equipment
- Understanding appropriate water quality parameters and acceptable ranges for both freshwater and saltwater systems
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
- Demonstrating strong attention to detail to ensure accurate and consistent testing
- Following established testing procedures and maintaining consistency in sampling, analysis, and documentation
High School diploma or equivalent. Must be organized, self-motivated, with a desire to see projects through to completion. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Must have good observation skills. Must work with other employees, volunteers, and the public in a polite, patient, and professional manner. Must be willing to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
Salary : $18 - $20