ALSS Engineer (Pump Mechanic)

Job scope includes:

• Performs the assigned preventive, corrective and other maintenance services in a related field and ensures the timely completion of the tasks.
• Ensures all life support systems are operating within all environmental applicable regulations and permit conditions; maintains the water quality for the health of the animals, mammals, fish, and humans.
• Analyzes data provided by the controls system, meters, the laboratory, or other Animal Care staff, in order to troubleshoot water quality, flow or other systems problems.
• Performs various troubleshooting techniques related to field of expertise.
• Utilizes safe handling, storage and disposal practices for toxic substance and hazardous waste in accordance to company/department’s SOPs and manuals.
• Maintains accurate logs of the maintenance activities and reports the status to the ALSS leadership team.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of all chemical drums, storage areas and workstation.
• Maintains the department’s tools, parts, materials and equipment inventory.
• Works in vaults, and other confined spaces, utilizing proper safety techniques and equipment.
• Completes all required trainings; maintains professional development and competencies.
• Performs other duties assigned by the ALSS leadership.

Pump Mechanic:

• Inspects, diagnoses and performs major and minor repair works on all ALSS pumps, motors, hydraulic equipment, compressors, controls and related equipment; rebuilds equipment to manufactures specification.
• Conducts 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.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Diploma related to the technical field
• 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years of experience in aquatic life support systems in a zoo, aquarium, or oceanarium setting is a plus
• Basic English communication skills, verbal/written
• Excellent troubleshooting skills related to System Automation
• Working knowledge to all basic hand tools and measuring devices in a related field of expertise
• Basic computer skills including MS Office applications (Word, Excel)
• Ability to work in confined spaces, move/lift up to 45kgs of load, stand in a prolonged period of time and are also required to work on a shifting schedules, including night shifts and public holidays.

Pump Mechanic:

• Demonstrated mechanical/technical knowledge in ALSS, Public Pools or Waste Water Treatment
• Working knowledge of mechanics; motors, hydraulics, centrifugal and vertical pumps, compressors and liquid metering pumps
• Able to interpret pump curves
• Able to diagnose and repair a verity of pump problems, from primary issues and cavitation to excessive vibration.