Provides for the needs of all animals related to the fish and invertebrate exhibits by doing regular daily feedings, exhibit cleaning and holding system maintenance.
Maintains records pertaining to feeding, water quality analysis, behavioral observations, training activities and medical procedures.
Maintains exhibit quality standards through regular maintenance and cleaning activities.
Keeps work area clean and organized and reports mechanical failures to supervisors in a timely way.
Assists in collecting and other Husbandry department activities when needed.
Participate in Aquarium related education, public relations and membership programs including facility tours and lectures.
Comply with safety and security directives, policies and procedures.
This position has been identified as Safety Critical with authorized operator requirements.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in biology or a related field is required.
Internships or volunteer work in a zoo or aquarium required.
SCUBA certification or the ability to complete SCUBA certification within 3 months of start date.
Ability to pass a pre-employment swim test.
A valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Ability to work a flexible schedule which will include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening.
In good health and capable of performing strenuous and/or heavy physical labor.
No history of allergy related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work.
Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
No impairment of sight, smell, hearing, touch, balance and agility of movement which might interfere with ability to work.
Physical strength, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Immunocompetence (possible exposure to infections and parasitic disease).
Required Experience
Qualifications
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in biology or a related field is required.
Internships or volunteer work in a zoo or aquarium required.
SCUBA certification or the ability to complete SCUBA certification within 3 months of start date.
Ability to pass a pre-employment swim test.
A valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Ability to work a flexible schedule which will include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening.
In good health and capable of performing strenuous and/or heavy physical labor.
No history of allergy related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work.
Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
No impairment of sight, smell, hearing, touch, balance and agility of movement which might interfere with ability to work.
Physical strength, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Immunocompetence (possible exposure to infections and parasitic disease).