Aquarist 1

Sea Life • Bloomington, MN

2d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Aquarist 1 - Sea Life Minnesota Responsibilities:
Create unforgettable guest experiences by engaging visitors and sharing your passion for aquatic life.
Provide top-notch animal care by supporting feeding, husbandry, enrichment, and welfare programs.
Monitor habitats by performing basic water chemistry tests and spotting trends to keep animals thriving.
Support animal health through daily observations, safe handling, record-keeping, and assisting with treatments.
Maintain life support systems by following SOPs, biocontainment practices, and filtration procedures.
Enhance exhibits by helping design safe, immersive tank theming for guests.
Conduct safe dive operations in accordance with SEA LIFE dive policies (Open Water certified, rescue training encouraged).
Champion safety by following health, safety, and security procedures for guests, animals, and teammates.

Requirements

• Flexible schedule superstar — available for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Science-minded — degree in Life Sciences or aquarium/zoological certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a professional aquarium, with experience in aquatic animal care, water chemistry (knowledge of the Nitrogen cycle and water quality parameters), and training and enrichment preferred.
• Previous background in herpetological care is preferred.
• Scuba diving certification - Rescue diver preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration Certified.

Nice To Haves

• rescue training encouraged
• Previous background in herpetological care is preferred.
• Rescue diver preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create unforgettable guest experiences by engaging visitors and sharing your passion for aquatic life.
• Provide top-notch animal care by supporting feeding, husbandry, enrichment, and welfare programs.
• Monitor habitats by performing basic water chemistry tests and spotting trends to keep animals thriving.
• Support animal health through daily observations, safe handling, record-keeping, and assisting with treatments.
• Maintain life support systems by following SOPs, biocontainment practices, and filtration procedures.
• Enhance exhibits by helping design safe, immersive tank theming for guests.
• Conduct safe dive operations in accordance with SEA LIFE dive policies (Open Water certified, rescue training encouraged).
• Champion safety by following health, safety, and security procedures for guests, animals, and teammates.

Benefits

• Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for friends and family to our amazing parks & attractions.
• Recognition Programs and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements and hard work!
• 401(k) Program: Save for the future with company matching contributions.
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs: Get support for further education and career growth.
• Numerous Learning and Advancement Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with us!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree